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Art Smith

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Celebrity Chef, Author & Humanitarian; Served as the Personal Chef of Oprah Winfrey

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Art Smith Biography

Chef Art Smith is a distinguished American celebrity chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author with a passion for reimagining Southern cuisine. Born on March 1, 1960, in Jasper, Florida, his culinary journey began with formal training at the Florida Culinary Institute. Smith's expertise in the kitchen was further honed through international experiences, including working with culinary luminaries like George Blanc and Alain Ducasse in France.

His career took a significant turn when he became the personal chef to Oprah Winfrey for a decade, solidifying his reputation as a top-tier chef in the industry. In 1997, he opened "Table Fifty-Two" in Chicago, a restaurant celebrated for its modern interpretations of traditional Southern dishes. This establishment, rooted in locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and a commitment to warm hospitality, quickly became a culinary destination.

Smith's influence extends beyond the restaurant world. He is a prolific cookbook author, with titles like "Back to the Table" and "Kitchen Life: Real Food for Real Families" showcasing his culinary expertise. Television appearances have also allowed him to share his passion for Southern cuisine with a broader audience.

Smith's commitment to wholesome eating and community engagement is evident through his involvement in various charitable initiatives. He emphasizes the unifying power of food and the importance of sharing meals with loved ones.

In addition to "Table Fifty-Two," Smith expanded his culinary empire with "Homecomin' Florida Kitchen" at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, where he offers a contemporary take on Southern comfort food. Most recently, Smith opened "Reunion" located at Chicago's iconic Navy Pier, it reflects his dedication to preserving and innovating Southern culinary traditions. Smith's enduring legacy continues to inspire, promote inclusivity, and celebrate the rich flavors of the South.

Speaking Topics
  • Food Diplomacy

    Chef Art's travels around the world being a good diplomat for the US State Department

  • Celebrity Chef Art Smith to US Ambassador of Portugals

    Healthy Comfort

  • Big Chef Little Chef

    How to eat delicious food and be healthy

  • Being a Chef with Type 2 Diabetes

    How as a Chef I can work and live and help people with diabetes

  • Using Food as Platform to Create Change

    Chef Art is known for his Advocacy for LGBTQ

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Art Smith's Healthy Comfort: How America's Favorite Celebrity Chef Got it Together, Lost Weight, and Reclaimed His Health!

Art Smith's Healthy Comfort: How America's Favorite Celebrity Chef Got it Together, Lost Weight, and Reclaimed His Health!

Back to the Family: Food Tastes Better Shared With Ones You Love

Back to the Family: Food Tastes Better Shared With Ones You Love

Kitchen Life: Real Food For Real Families -- Even Yours!

Kitchen Life: Real Food For Real Families -- Even Yours!

Back to the Table: The Reunion of Food and Family

Back to the Table: The Reunion of Food and Family

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  • How do I book Art Smith to speak at my event?

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  • What are the speaker fees for Art Smith

    Speaking fees for Art Smith, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Art Smith are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and under $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Art Smith, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Art Smith speak about?

  • Where does Art Smith travel from?

    Art Smith generally travels from Jacksonville, FL, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is Art Smith’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Art Smith for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Art Smith for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Art Smith or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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Art Smith

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5 out of 5

Celebrity Chef, Author & Humanitarian; Served as the Personal Chef of Oprah Winfrey

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Jacksonville, FL, USA
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Art Smith Biography

Chef Art Smith is a distinguished American celebrity chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author with a passion for reimagining Southern cuisine. Born on March 1, 1960, in Jasper, Florida, his culinary journey began with formal training at the Florida Culinary Institute. Smith's expertise in the kitchen was further honed through international experiences, including working with culinary luminaries like George Blanc and Alain Ducasse in France.

His career took a significant turn when he became the personal chef to Oprah Winfrey for a decade, solidifying his reputation as a top-tier chef in the industry. In 1997, he opened "Table Fifty-Two" in Chicago, a restaurant celebrated for its modern interpretations of traditional Southern dishes. This establishment, rooted in locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and a commitment to warm hospitality, quickly became a culinary destination.

Smith's influence extends beyond the restaurant world. He is a prolific cookbook author, with titles like "Back to the Table" and "Kitchen Life: Real Food for Real Families" showcasing his culinary expertise. Television appearances have also allowed him to share his passion for Southern cuisine with a broader audience.

Smith's commitment to wholesome eating and community engagement is evident through his involvement in various charitable initiatives. He emphasizes the unifying power of food and the importance of sharing meals with loved ones.

In addition to "Table Fifty-Two," Smith expanded his culinary empire with "Homecomin' Florida Kitchen" at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, where he offers a contemporary take on Southern comfort food. Most recently, Smith opened "Reunion" located at Chicago's iconic Navy Pier, it reflects his dedication to preserving and innovating Southern culinary traditions. Smith's enduring legacy continues to inspire, promote inclusivity, and celebrate the rich flavors of the South.

Art Smith Speaking Topics

  • Food Diplomacy

    Chef Art's travels around the world being a good diplomat for the US State Department

  • Celebrity Chef Art Smith to US Ambassador of Portugals

    Healthy Comfort

  • Big Chef Little Chef

    How to eat delicious food and be healthy

  • Being a Chef with Type 2 Diabetes

    How as a Chef I can work and live and help people with diabetes

  • Using Food as Platform to Create Change

    Chef Art is known for his Advocacy for LGBTQ

Art Smith Videos

  • Celebrity Chef Art Smith Talks About his New Restaurant
    Chef Art Smith talks about his new restaurant Homecoming Florida Kitchen & Southern Shine at Disney Springs.
  • Oprah and Chef Art Smith Invent a Grilled Tomato and Bell Pepper Soup
    Chef Art Smith teaches 'Oprah Show' viewers how to make a creamy grilled tomato and bell pepper soup.
  • Food: the polite protest | Art Smith | TEDxRiga
    Chef Art Smith loves the idea of bringing people together through food. It's partly what made him the success he is today. He is the executive ...

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  • How do I book Art Smith to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Art Smith for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Art Smith, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Art Smith or any other speaker of your choice.
  • What are the speaker fees for Art Smith

    Speaking fees for Art Smith, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Art Smith are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and under $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Art Smith, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Art Smith speak about?

  • Where does Art Smith travel from?

    Art Smith generally travels from Jacksonville, FL, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is Art Smith’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Art Smith for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Art Smith for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Art Smith or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.

Art Smith is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Food Diplomacy , Celebrity Chef Art Smith to US Ambassador of Portugals , Big Chef Little Chef, Being a Chef with Type 2 Diabetes and Using Food as Platform to Create Change. The estimated speaking fee range to book Art Smith for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Art Smith generally travels from Jacksonville, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Aarti Sequeira, Michael Solomonov, Darren McGrady, Mary Nolan and Carla Hall. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Art Smith for an upcoming live or virtual event.

Art Smith Speaking Topics

  • Food Diplomacy

    Chef Art's travels around the world being a good diplomat for the US State Department

  • Celebrity Chef Art Smith to US Ambassador of Portugals

    Healthy Comfort

  • Big Chef Little Chef

    How to eat delicious food and be healthy

  • Being a Chef with Type 2 Diabetes

    How as a Chef I can work and live and help people with diabetes

  • Using Food as Platform to Create Change

    Chef Art is known for his Advocacy for LGBTQ

Art Smith Speaker Videos

  • Celebrity Chef Art Smith Talks About his New Restaurant
    Chef Art Smith talks about his new restaurant Homecoming Florida Kitchen & Southern Shine at Disney Springs.
    Oprah and Chef Art Smith Invent a Grilled Tomato and Bell Pepper Soup
    Chef Art Smith teaches 'Oprah Show' viewers how to make a creamy grilled tomato and bell pepper soup.
  • Food: the polite protest | Art Smith | TEDxRiga
    Chef Art Smith loves the idea of bringing people together through food. It's partly what made him the success he is today. He is the executive ...

Art Smith News

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This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.

If you are the talent and wish to request a profile update or removal from our online directory, please submit a profile request form.

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