David Burke

Chef and restaurateur

David Burke

Fueled by passion, grit and a knack for artful innovation, David Burke is one of the best known and most respected chefs in modern American cuisine with his signature whimsical, boundlessly creative approach to food.

In addition to being an internationally celebrated chef, Burke is: a restaurateur; artist; philanthropist, businessperson, author; educator; art collector; puppeteer; minister; doctor of business administration, honoris causa; and beekeeper.

David Burke Hospitality Management owns, manages, licenses, and consults with restaurants, hotels, clubs, and schools worldwide. Currently, Burke and his DBHM team operate or orchestrate the culinary component of 18 restaurants, a historic event venue and a bakery, plus a growing roster of David Burke products, including cookware, bakeware, steak sauce, cutlery, and wine.

Known for his industry insight, culinary accomplishments, business acumen and candid observations, Burke is often a leading contributor to major news sources, such as ABC TV, Forbes, Fox TV, Bloomberg and more.