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Jean-Georges Vongerichten

Star chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten is renowned for his New French cuisine with Asian influences, showcased at restaurants like Jean Georges and Spice Market in NYC and Chambers Kitchen in Minneapolis.

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Jean-Georges Vongerichten Stats:

Born In:
Strasbourg, France
Training:
Work-study program at the Auberge de l'Ill
Mentors/Influences:
Paul Haeberlin, Paul Bocuse, Louis Outhier
First Restaurant Job:
Apprentice to chef Paul Haeberlin
Signature Style:
New French cuisine with Asian influences
Defining Culinary Moment:
Vongerichten has described his first visit to Thailand as life-changing.
Favorite Food/Ingredient:
A meal from a street cart in Thailand; he has cited lemongrass as a favorite ingredient.