Katsuya Fukushima
Katsuya Fukushima is a partner and executive chef of the storied Daikaya Group. Fukushima is one of the Washington, DC’s most celebrated chefs. A two-time Iron Chef winner, he rose to fame growing José Andrés’ restaurant empire, including opening the now-Michelin...
John Finger
John Finger grew up on the eastern end of Long Island, where a deep love of the ocean, and a marine biology degree, set the course for a life in aquaculture. In 1983, he returned from Europe to found Hog Island Oyster Company on Tomales Bay in Marshall, CA with $500...
Dell Valdez
Born and raised on the island of Maui, Dell Valdez has built a reputation for elevating familiar flavors through thoughtful technique, balance, and seasonality. Valdez has trained under some of Hawaii’s most influtential chefs and kitchens. His cooking celebrates the...