Scott Conant

Scott Conant

Scott Conant Scott Conant brings flawless technique and an unwavering passion to creating soulful food in a convivial atmosphere. With a career spanning more than 35 years, a portfolio of acclaimed restaurants, cookbooks, television shows and an ever-expanding brand, Conant has established himself as one of the world’s leading chefs.     A graduate of […]

Marcus Samuelsson

Scott Conant

Marcus Samuelsson Marcus Samuelsson is the renowned chef behind many restaurants worldwide including Red Rooster in Harlem (NYC) and Overtown (Miami); Hav & Mar in Chelsea (NYC); Metropolis at PAC-NYC; Marcus Bar & Grille in Atlanta and its Live! flagship at American Dream (NJ); and several MARCUS locations including the Bahamas, Montreal and most recently […]

Jaime Stankevicius

Dan Gonzalez

JaimeStankevicius Chef Jaime Stankevicius is the Executive Chef and Catering Director for the Neversink General Store. Previously, Jaime has worked in New York City for the prestigious chef Jean-Georges. Learn More

Theodore Iwachiw

Dan Gonzalez

Theodore Iwachiw “Chef Ted” Iwachiw is the Executive Chef for Resorts World Catskills in Monticello, NY, a position he’s held since September of 2022. He oversees culinary operations for the entire property, which includes five restaurants, a food hall, a team member dining room, and banquet operations. Prior to joining Resorts World Catskills, Chef Ted […]

Kevin Mcafee

Dan Gonzalez

Kevin Mcafee Growing up with a chef as a father, Kevin McAfee at an early age was always interested in good food and the kitchen environment. He began his culinary career at the Historic Tides Inn located in Irvington VA in 2001. At the mouth of the Rappahannock rivers entrance to the Chesapeake bay the […]

Maximiliano Sola

Alex G

Max Sola Max is one of those chefs whose dedication and determination is fueled by his deep-rooted passion for the art of gastronomy. His story is one filled with experiences, each of them contributing to his unique culinary journey and success. Being an a native of Argentina, Chef Max began his career at the Argentine […]

Bob Ambrose

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Bob Ambrose Bob Ambrose started his own catering business at the age of 15 after reading Jacques Pepin’s La Technique. After graduating from The Culinary Institute of America in 1989, he spent the next 14 years working in kitchens across the Country, and traveling globally. In 2003 he opened Bella Bella Gourmet, partnering with the […]

John Carrino

Alex G

John Carrino Chef John Carrino was born and raised in the food and beverage industry.   A graduate of Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) in New York City, he began his career at the Crystal Springs Resort in Vernon, New Jersey, working his way up to executive chef while pursuing culinary school.    He owned and […]

Federico A López

Chef Federico A López He lives in Cancun, México since 2004, directing a group of companies: Taller Gourmet and Event Solutions; specializing in Events, Banquets, Catering, Gastronomic Training and Restaurant Management.He began his career being 15 years old in Mazatlán, Sinaloa. In 1988, he entered the Hotel Nikko Mexico as a culinary Trainee. In 1992 […]

Dale Talde

Dale Talde Chef Dale Talde is the host and producer of Tastemade’s All Up in Your Grill, and has competed twice on Top Chef, in season four in Chicago, and season eight, All-Stars in New York City. He also went back to the kitchen to compete on Top Chef Duels, and then returned in 2021 […]