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Is the recipient of five James Beard Foundation Medals for his cooking accomplishments.

He is co-owner, founder and former executive chef of the Gramercy Tavern in New York City, which opened in 1994, which was voted Most Popular Restaurant in New York City by the Zagat Survey in 2003 and 2005. He sold his interest in Gramercy Tavern in 2006.

Has two sons with Lori Silverbush, Luka (born 2009) and Mateo (born 2011). Oldest son, Dante (born 1993) from a prior relationship.

Wrote Think Like a Chef: The Craft of Cooking.

Independent Restaurant Coalition co-founder.

Crafted Hospitality chef and owner.