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MELISSA KING

Award-Winning Chef & Restaurateur

ABOUT MELISSA

Trailblazing chef, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Melissa King is a proud Chinese American and queer chef who is also a creative entrepreneur outside of the kitchen. King (she/they) is the winner of Bravo’s Top Chef All-Stars: Los Angeles (Season 17) and the winner of All-Star’s Fan Favorite. With more challenge wins than any other competitor in the history of Top Chef, King has gone on to serve as a culinary judge on the series as well as The Food Network’s The Julia Child Challenge. Known for her technical precision and ability to blend modern California cuisine with Asian flavors, King has helmed several Michelin starred kitchens in San Francisco and has cooked for notable figures such as Oprah Winfrey and Al Gore, and curated the menu for the 2022 Met Gala alongside Anna Wintour.

Entertainment and Lifestyle

Health & Wellness

TAGS & EXPERTISE

Food & Culinary • Wellness • Nutrition • Entertainment • Television • Creativity • Storytelling • Leadership • Entrepreneurship

SPEAKING TOPICS

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FEATURED BOOKS

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FEATURED VIDEOS

Testimonials

  • "Melissa was absolutely fantastic. Really warm, honest and personable. I would say that it was one of our most well received events."

    — Advent International Corporation

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