Celebrity Chef & Restaurateur; Judge on Food Network's "Chopped"; Founder of Blacklight Media; Author of "Share"
Chris Santos Biography
Chris Santos is an American chef, restaurateur, and television personality known for his approach to communal dining and globally inspired cuisine. With more than 25 years in the culinary industry, Santos has influenced the dining scene in New York and other major cities through creative menus and restaurant concepts. He studied culinary arts and restaurant and hotel management at Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island, which provided the foundation for his career. After graduating, Santos moved to New York City and joined Time Café, eventually becoming executive chef at age 23. He later traveled extensively in Europe, visiting 14 countries and over 40 cities, further developing his culinary perspective.
Santos introduced his communal dining concept with the opening of The Stanton Social, a restaurant that contributed to the evolution of New York City's dining culture. The New York Times noted his ability to reinterpret traditional classics with a playful approach. He was recognized as a Star Chefs Rising Star Chef, highlighting his impact on the culinary scene. Santos later opened Beauty & Essex, a large-scale restaurant in the Lower East Side, which was voted the "Hottest Restaurant in the U.S." and expanded to locations in Las Vegas and Los Angeles.
He continued to grow his restaurant portfolio with the opening of VANDAL, in partnership with TAO Group, celebrating global street culture through food, art, and design. Santos also launched Stanton Social Prime at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, featuring prime steaks and signature share plates.
Santos is widely recognized as a judge on Food Network's "Chopped" and "Chopped Jr.," where his culinary expertise and critiques have contributed to the show's popularity. He has appeared on other television programs, including "The Today Show," "The Rachael Ray Show," and "The Martha Stewart Show." His food styling was featured in the movie "Hitch."
Santos authored the cookbook "SHARE – Delicious and Surprising Recipes to Pass Around Your Table," which includes over 100 recipes designed for family-style and entertaining settings. Outside the culinary world, Santos has interests in boxing, music, and tattoos. He founded Blacklight Media, a hard rock and heavy metal music label. His career encompasses restaurant development, television, publishing, and entrepreneurship within the culinary and hospitality industries.
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