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Jun 9, 2016 | Contributor: Jackie BryantEven after decades of accolades, including three Michelin stars and repeat appearances at number one on the “World’s 50 Best Restaurants” list, the three Roca brothers at the helm of El Celler de Can Roca place family at the heart of what they do. If Joan Roca i Fontané, the oldest brother and head chef of the legendary restaurant, had to define success, it would look like this: “Family, work, health, hospitality and generosity.” This isn’t a surprise, considering his two younger brothers, Josep, who is the sommelier, and Jordi, the pastry chef, are just as integral to the operation and success of their empire based out of Girona, Spain. All three of them refer to their indivi ... Read More | 
Feb 8, 2016 | Contributor: Mila PantovichChef Ari Taymor may be young, but he’s already made a huge impact on the Los Angeles culinary scene. Before turning 30, his critically-acclaimed Alma was named the best new restaurant in 2013 by Bon Appetite, he won Best New Chef by Food & Wine and was nominated for the James Beard Rising Star Award in 2015. ... Read More | 
Dec 5, 2012 | Contributor: Victor and Mary From behind a wood-burning oven in Santa Monica, Chef Andrew Kirschner is making a hot name for himself in LA. Serving soulful plates that garner depth of flavor under unrefined heat, Kirschner's contemporary meets rustic restaurant, Tar & Roses, truly treats the senses.... Read More | 
Oct 25, 2012 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamChef Fulvio Pierangelini is of Roman origin, and has been called a 'food whisperer' due to his uncanny way of pulling magic from the simplest ingredients. By combining familiar ingredients, like seafood and vegetables, he shows the world that Michelin-starred food need not be fussy or difficult. More recently he has joined with Rocco Forte Hotels to direct operations at the Jardin de Russie (Rome) and L’Incontro (Florence) restaurants, transforming them into popular places for locals and visitors to visit. ... Read More | 
Sep 21, 2012 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamChef Romuald Jung, of Bagatelle in New York, talks about his influences, cooking trends, and cooking for his son, Rémy. Jung applauds restaurants with relaxed, fun settings that provide the customers with amazing experiences... Read More | 
Mar 27, 2012 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamChef William Bradley,of the Grand del Mar’s Addison restaurant in San Diego, shares what iPhone app helps him out in the kitchen. Bradley advises aspiring chefs what quality is a key ingredient for… ... Read More | 
Mar 23, 2012 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamWhile Chef Rich Mead may prefer preparing light, fresh food in the kitchens of the Sage Restaurant in Newport Beach, California, in our interview with Mead we learn what gourmet dishes he cooks up at home and what Californian city he finds.. ... Read More | 
Mar 20, 2012 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamBefore Chef Markus Glocker was making harmony in the kitchen, he was trained in classical music. Applying the same dedication, discipline and passion to food, these traits have also fueled his success in the culinary world, where he has worked under the likes of Charlie Trotter and Gordon Ramsay. ... Read More | 
Feb 3, 2012 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team | 1 CommentChef Olivier Reginensi, who lived and worked in France for 10 years, shares his wisdom regarding humility and open-mindedness when beginning in the restaurant business. For Reginensi, when cooking at home, it is all about ... Read More | 
Feb 3, 2012 | Contributor: Lena KatzOnce the poster boy for dotcom-era Bay Area expense account dining, Michael Mina has proven to have more tenacity — and a better ability to "diversify a portfolio" — than most of the flash-in-the-pan millionaires that frequented his first flagship restaurant, Aqua, in the late 1990s.... Read More | 
Feb 19, 2012 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team | 1 CommentChef Tony Gemignani shares his passion for pizza and talks about how he entertained customers at his brother’s restaurant. Read about what Gemignani thinks has influenced Italian cuisine the… ... Read More | 
Feb 18, 2012 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamChef Missy Robbins was nearly finished with college before one unforgettable meal made her decide that she wanted to pursue a career in culinary arts. Robbins’ style and success can be attributed to her minimalistic approach ... Read More | 
Feb 16, 2012 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamChef Todd English, a four-time James Beard Award-winner, talks about what class made him stand out from his classmates and begin contemplating a career in food. After years of travel and perfecting his craft English likes ... Read More | 
Feb 14, 2012 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team | 1 CommentChef Chris Yeo of Straits and SINO Restaurants incorporates the culinary techniques he learned while growing up in Singapore. He first began his career as a hairdresser before crossing over into the culinary world. Most recently, at SINO, Yeo is combining the traditional art of making Dim Sum with modern Chinese cooking methods to create a sophisticated and satisfying dining experience. ... Read More | 
Feb 15, 2012 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamChef Jose Andres is not only a master chef and James Beard Award winner, but a collector of books and sports enthusiast. Learn where Chef Andres gleans inspiration and what season he… ... Read More |
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