chefs

Officials say the cause of death was a heart attack. The executive chef of New York concepts Crown Shy, Saga and Overstory had a number of projects in the works and seemed at the top of his game.

Many of these winners are known regionally, but not on a national level. Who are these culinary stars, where do they cook, and what did they wear to the awards ceremony?

Behind the Menu: VP of Culinary Shannon Johnson introduced hand breading, a larger chicken breast and craveable flavor profiles to elevate the platform.