Early Start
As a sophomore at UC Berkeley, Samin Nosrat started working at the famous restaurant Chez Panisse. This experience ignited her passion for food and set her on the path to becoming a chef.
Key Achievements
- Author of the James Beard Award-winning cookbook "Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat"
- Host of the Netflix docu-series "Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat"
- A former food columnist for The New York Times Magazine
- Co-host of the podcast "Home Cooking"
Why They Inspire Us
Samin Nosrat inspires kids to learn about food and cooking not just by following recipes, but by understanding the basic principles that make food delicious. She shows that with passion and hard work, you can turn a love for something into a successful career.