Local Modern Chefs in San Francisco

Thitid Tassanakajohn

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Chef Ton graduated from The Culinary Institute of America. He has worked in various Michelin-starred restaurants during his career.

Awards & Recognition

🏆 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants - No.1🏆 Le Du - 1 Michelin Star

Nick Balla

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🍴Central European flavors🍴Sustainable, seasonal food+2

Nick Balla's culinary philosophy is deeply rooted in his Central European heritage. He is known for his dedication to building 'larder-based kitchens,' which involve extensive...

Awards & Recognition

🏆 James Beard Award (Cooking from a P…

Brandon Jew

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🍴Modern Chinese cuisine🍴Refined Cantonese+1

Beyond his culinary ventures, Brandon Jew is a partner to @letsgoswimming and a father of two. He has also ventured into product design and authorship. In August 2024, he...

Awards & Recognition

🏆 James Beard Award for Best Chef, Ca…🏆 Michelin Star (for Mister Jiu's)

corey lee

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The first and only Korean-American chef to receive three Michelin stars, known for his restaurant Benu.

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David Barzelay

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The chef behind JouJou in San Francisco, known for his French-Californian culinary approach that emphasizes great ingredients and precise technique.

Rising star chef

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