Alton Brown
Chef and host of Good Eats
Born
July 30th, 1962
62 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent chef, author, and television producer. Best recognized as the creator and host of the culinary show 'Good Eats,' which combines cooking with a scientific approach to food. Authored several cookbooks that incorporate his unique style of storytelling and culinary techniques. Directed and produced various food-related television programming, enhancing public understanding of culinary arts.
Created and hosted the show 'Good Eats'
Authored bestselling cookbooks
Produced and hosted 'Iron Chef America'
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