Nikki Martin

Nikki Martin is an American lifestyle television personality, author, and celebrity chef based in Los Angeles, California. Martin is recognized for her role as a chef on the eighth season of the Food Network series "Food Network Star," where she was mentored by Bobby Flay and initially used the tagline "girl-on-grill" before rebranding as "The Grill Next Door." This moniker established her as a grilling authority known for her approachable style.

Martin has appeared as a celebrity chef on several food and lifestyle programs, including "Chopped Grill Masters," Bravo's "Going Off the Menu," and guest spots on "MasterChef Junior." She has participated in more than eight major network shows, including as a finalist on "Food Network Star" with Bobby Flay. Beyond television, Martin works as a private chef for various celebrities and founded an underground dinner club called The Roulette Society.

In collaboration with actor Jonathan Bennett, Martin co-authored "The Burn CookBook," inspired by the film "Mean Girls." The cookbook features recipes and content celebrating the film's humor, characters, and behind-the-scenes stories. Martin has also contributed her culinary expertise as a consultant with biohacking pioneer Dave Asprey for the "BulletProof Diet" cookbook, BulletProof Cafe, and Upgrade BioHacking Labs in Los Angeles.

Martin has worked alongside chefs such as Top Chef winner Michael Voltaggio, Bobby Flay, Jean-Georges, and Scott Conant. Her focus on wellness extends beyond the kitchen as a longevity expert and coach, supporting clients with nutrition and lifestyle practices that promote vitality. Her cooking style is globally inspired, with Mediterranean influences and a passion for fire cooking, incorporating ancient wisdom and Blue Zone principles for longevity. Martin is also a wellness brand consultant, cookbook author, and CN-P nutrition practitioner.

Martin's television appearances include roles on "Titus," "Scrubs," and "Birds of Prey," as well as films such as "Sorority Boys" and "Looney Tunes: Back in Action." Having worked in both the entertainment and culinary industries, Martin has spoken about overcoming personal health challenges, including anxiety, breast implant illness, autoimmunity, and toxic mold exposure. These experiences have informed her commitment to holistic wellness and established her as a resource for audiences interested in culinary inspiration and healthy living.