Judges

Nigella Lawson’s versatility is evident from her collection of best-selling books, hit television shows, and innovative apps for iPad and iPhone. Lawson’s literary introduction began at The Sunday Times, where she held the position of Deputy Literary Editor. Soon after, Lawson became a freelance journalist, writing for a number of magazines and newspapers in both the United Kingdom and the United States, including the Evening Standard, Guardian, Daily Telegraph, Observer, Times Magaz ... Read more »

Brian Malarkey’s flair in the culinary spotlight began in 2007 when he advanced to the finale of Bravo’s Top Chef Miami. Raised on a ranch in Bend, Oregon, Malarkey was influenced by the fresh seafood and produce of the Oregon countryside. His grandmother’s cooking also served as constant source of inspiration, and as a result, Malarkey enrolled in culinary school at Le Cordon Bleu in Portland, Oregon. Following his graduation in 1994, he worked with renowned Chef Michael Richa ... Read more »