The Austin Food and Wine Festival is happening November 1-3 and we can’t wait! The schedule is packed with so many good things but there are five people taking part that we’re most psyched about.
5 Chefs We’re Excited To See At Austin Food and Wine Festival
Courtney Storer
The sister of series of FX’s The Bear creator Chris Storer, Courtney Storer has worked in high-profile kitchens from Verjus in Paris to Jon & Vinny’s in LA. She currently serves as The Bear’s culinary producer, getting the writers, cast and crew acclimated to the restaurant scene.
Antonia Lofaso
Celebrity chef Antonia Lofaso rose quickly through the ranks at Wolfgang Puck’s Spago. She went on to transform various high-profile kitchens of LA, while working closely with many high-profile celebrities. She has appeared on Top Chef: Chicago and Top Chef: All Stars as well as judging CNBC’s Restaurant Startup. That’s not all! She’s also had recurring roles on The Food Network’s Cutthroat Kitchen, Man vs. Child, and ABC’s Real O’neals.
Jess Pryles
Austin-based chef Jess Pryles has judged some of the world’s largest BBQ competitions and is the author of the Hardcore Carnivore cookbook. She hosts her own show on the Outdoor Channel also called Hardcore Carnivore.
Claudette Zepeda
Award-winning, San Diego-based chef and culinary entrepreneur Claudette Zepeda is known for her fearless style and bold approach to regional Mexican cuisine. She has appeared on Top Chef Season 15, Top Chef Mexico Season 2, Iron Chef: Quest for an Iron Legend and Bobby’s Triple Threat. She also served as a guest chef on Selena & The Chef, Christmas Special.
Kevin D’Andrea
Kevin D’Andrea is the chef behind Foliepop’s tartelettes which are available at H-E-B. He competed on both Top Chef France and season 21 of Top Chef here in the US. He also hosts a series on Peacock called Breaking Baguettes.