Josiah Citrin

Josiah Citrin

Josiah Citrin is a culinary expert and veteran of Los Angeles’s gourmet dining scene, with over 35 years of experience. He is the chef and owner of Santa Monica’s highly acclaimed, two Michelin-starred Mélisse, one Michelin-starred Citrin, Charcoal Venice, and Augie’s...
Sheldon Simeon

Sheldon Simeon

Sheldon Simeon is a celebrated Hawaii-born chef, restaurateur, and author known for bringing modern attention to local Hawaii cuisine through deeply personal storytelling and bold, comforting flavors. Raised in Hilo, Simeon’s cooking is rooted in the multicultural...
Robynne Maii

Robynne Maii

Born and raised in Honolulu, Robynne Maii is the chef and owner of award-winning restaurant Fête in Honolulu’s Chinatown. A proud alumna of Punahou and Iolani School, Maii pursued modern dance and English at Middlebury College before obtaining culinary and pastry arts...
Nyesha Arrington

Nyesha Arrington

Nyesha Arrington is the dynamic co-star of FOX’s hit culinary competition series, Next Level Chef, where she brings her signature blend of mentorship, humor, and fierce expertise to millions of viewers each season. She also hosts and produces the acclaimed digital...
Joey Macadangdang

Joey Macadangdang

Joey Macadangdang, born in the Philippines, grew up working on his family’s farm piggery, poultry, and rice business. At a very young age, not only did he learn to harvest, he learned how to cook rice, which sparked his passion for food. In 1983, he immigrated to...