Alton Brown

Chef and host of Good Eats

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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