Savor the Passion and Creativity of Chef Crista Luedtke COCW March 2024   Welcome to the colorful and flavorful world of Chef Crista Luedtke, a culinary visionary who has become a beacon of innovation and connection through her passion for cooking. Nestled in the stunning backdrop of Guerneville, California, in the arms of wine country and the serenity of the Redwoods, Chef Luedtke weaves her third-generation restaurant know-how into every dish and dining experience. Following a path from Midwest supper clubs to the contemporary tastes she serves today, her story is one of a chef drawn i ..read more

Discover the inspirational tale of culinary ambition and social impact in Cape Town, as Infinity Culinary Training (ICT) works tirelessly to bring hope and skills to those most in need in South Africa. Co-founded by visionaries Barry Berman and Spencer Moyana, ICT has become a beacon of hope for individuals striving to rise above the poverty line.   From a serendipitous discussion to a mission-driven culinary school, ICT has pioneered a 12-week comprehensive program that combines essential life skills with culinary expertise. Designed to empower students with the confidence and resilience ..read more

Authored by Chef Kevin Mitchell. Kevin Mitchell is a Chef, Culinary Historian, Author, and Educator at the Culinary Institute of Charleston. Legacy: Standing on the Shoulders of Greatness This year, the team from Chef Works traveled to Charleston to film a conversation between Chef Amanda Rios and me about legacy. When I think about legacy, I think of what I want people to remember me by once I leave this Earth. In the legacy conversation, one must understand the path one must walk to build the legacy one wants to leave behind. My Path: At the tender age of six, I remember sitting at my Grandm ..read more

This February, the Chef Works Wellness Committee is proud to support the Urban League of San Diego County, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to assist African Americans and other underserved people to achieve social and economic equality. In celebration of Black History Month and Valentine’s Day, Chef Works is donating the proceeds of our company-wide candy gram exchange, matched by the company, to the Urban League of San Diego County. Founded in 1910, the National Urban League was created to elevate the standards of living for historically underserved urban communities. The League wor ..read more

When Chef Stef Kelly decided to go to culinary school, she had already spent over a decade working as an English teacher in Boston, Prague, and Los Angeles. She discovered her love of the culinary arts at a young age, eventually founding a successful candy business and making a name for herself in the industry. Her true passion, however, revealed itself when Chef Stef merged her culinary flair with her educational background. For our very first Chef of Chef Works feature of 2024, Chef Stef is sharing about her career as a culinary instructor, her work with the nonprofit C-CAP, and her #1 piec ..read more

As we bid farewell to another year, let’s take a moment to relish in the highlights that so many individuals — both those who work within the company and those within the community whom Chef Works serves — have created throughout 2023. From the latest culinary trends to chef spotlights and innovative kitchen apparel, Chef Works celebrates the meaningful connections and moments we’ve shared. Join us as we recap an exciting year in culinary apparel and craftsmanship. Culinary Trends and Innovations We kicked off the year by diving into the hottest culinary trends of 2023. From plant-based creati ..read more

When Chef Stefanie Kelly decided to go to culinary school, she had already spent over a decade working as an English teacher in Boston, Prague, and Los Angeles. She discovered her love of the culinary arts at a young age, eventually founding a successful candy business and making a name for herself in the industry. Her true passion, however, revealed itself when Chef Stef merged her culinary flair with her educational background. For our very first Chef of Chef Works feature of 2024, Chef Stef is sharing about her career as a culinary instructor, her work with the nonprofit C-CAP, and her #1 ..read more

  Step into a world where culinary expertise meets community connection as two passionate chefs, Michael Kitano and Remrick Clemente, embark on a journey that started at a Chef Works-hosted ‘Table 1807’ mixer. What began as a road trip from LA to San Diego turned into the development of an exciting Asian-American fusion pop-up experience. This is a story of flavors, friendship, and possibility. “When I met Remrick down in San Diego, I told him about what I do, and that started the idea for this collaboration,” said Kitano, a 15+ year culinary professional and self-taught pit master. “His ..read more

  In September 2022, Chef Works unveiled our brand new factory in Sreepur, Bangladesh. In attendance at the opening ceremony were Managing Director of Arbella Fashion LTD, Ziaul Hasan; CEO of Chef Works, Neil Gross; President of Chef Works, Joshua Gross; Vice President of Global Supply Chain and Operations, Enrique Perez; Managing Director of Arbella Fashion LTD, Traditional rickshaw and driver at the opening ceremonies gala. Arif Islam, Chief of the Economic Unit at the United States Embassy, Joseph Giblin; and Sreepur Bangladesh Parliament, Mohammad Iqbal Hossain. I ..read more

In the aftermath of the devastating wildfires that swept through Maui in August 2023, thousands of residents continue to lack the resources that are necessary to heal and rebuild. In an effort to provide monetary support, as well as express our solidarity, Chef Works is proud to announce our special edition Maui Apron, made in collaboration with Chef Lee Anne Wong and Noho Home. Shop the apron, and support the Maui community with your purchase. Every penny of the apron’s profits will go towards Maui’s ongoing recovery efforts via the Hawaii Restaurant Association and Kokua Restaurant & Ho ..read more