Gregory Gourdet
Birth Name:
Gregory Gourdet
Profession
Actor
Fast Facts
- Attended the Culinary Institute of America, where he earned his AOS in Culinary Arts
- Developed his signature affinity for Asian cuisines and flavors while working at Restaurant 66, a modern Chinese eatery
- Discovered his passion for cooking while he was a pre-med student
- Was granted an internship at the Jean-Georges Restaurant Empire, and eventually worked his way up to Sous Chef there
- Became an executive chef at Departure Restaurant and Lounge
- Decided to test his culinary prowess by competing on season 12 of "Top Chef․"
- A health-minded individual, he is a triathlete, a marathon runner and a Bikram yoga devotee
- As a chef, prefers to offer diners gluten-free, vegan and paleo menus in addition to more traditional fare
- His favorite simple fall dessert recipe is for Pears Roasted with Ginger, Black Pepper and Cinnamon