New England Living Chef Series: Karen Akunowicz
James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Karen Akunowicz has become known for her bold, Italian-inspired cooking and unmistakable culinary voice. Now the “Pasta Queen”…
Season 10 Chef Series
New England Living Chef Series: Dave Becker
A Newburyport native, multitalented author, potter, and chef Dave Becker opened his first restaurant at just 24. Now he joins Rachel Holt in the…
New England Living Chef Series: Evan Hennessey
A 2026 James Beard Award finalist for Best Chef, and 3-time Chopped champion, Evan Hennessey uses locally farmed and foraged foots to create artistically…
New England Living Chef Series: Charlie Foster
Known for his sustainable cooking and farm-fresh ingredients, Woods Hill’s Charlie Foster is a leader in the farm-to-table movement. He joins Host Rachel Holt…
New England Living Chef Series: Valentine Howell
Two-time James Beard Award nominee and Dorchester native Chef Valentine Howell is known for his bold Afro-Caribbean–inspired cuisine, blending cultural heritage with refined techniques…
