Cat Cora

Cat Cora Instagram – A proud native of Mississippi, Chef Cat is a @theculinaryinstituteofamerica graduate who trained in three-star Michelin restaurants in France. She made history as the first female Iron Chef and later became the first woman inducted into the Culinary Hall of Fame, helping pioneer the Food Network and breaking barriers across the culinary industry.
 
Chef @catcora has opened more than 18 restaurants worldwide, championing health, wellness, sustainability, and – reflecting her Greek American heritage – Mediterranean cuisine. She is the Founder and President of @chefsforhumanity, serves as an Ambassador for @little_kitchen_academy, and is currently a judge on Food Network’s Tournament of Champions and Netflix’s Next Gen Chef. Her contributions have been recognized with both the Lifetime Achievement Award and the Volunteer Service Award from President @barackobama.
 
Chef Cat’s leadership and commitment to service are at the heart of Taste of the NFL. All net proceeds benefit @genyouthnow’s mission to help end student hunger and foster nutrition security.
 
📍 February 7, 2026 | San Francisco
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