Anne Burrell

Anne W. Burrell (born 25th August, 1949) is an American TV chef who is a popular personality. She also was a former instructor of the Institute of Culinary Education. Burrell hosts the Food Network show Secrets of a Restaurant Chef and is co-host of Worst Cooks in America. Ann Burrell's Food Network show Secrets of a Restaurant chef, with her trademark spikey blonde locks and pump up appearance, offers simple techniques that anybody can learn. Chef Burrell is also a veteran of New York City's best restaurants. Additionally, she has explored Italy's cuisine and culture, as well as the landscape. Growing up in the upper reaches of New York area, Chef Burrell found a passion of cooking and food at a young age. The Culinary Institute of America was the next step when she earned the Bachelor of Arts in English and Communications from Canisius College Buffalo NY. The Culinary Institute of America is a wonderful learning experience. It was difficult to master and do enough or put in the hours. After graduation, Burrell spent one year studying at the Italian Culinary Institute for Foreigners and working in Umbria's La Taverna del Lupo as and Tuscany's La Bottega del 30, which is a Michelin-starred establishment. In Italy she acquired an appreciation for and appreciation for Italian cuisine. It made a huge impact on how she views food. Burrell was an Garden of Dreams Foundation Advisory Board member, which aims to enhance living conditions for children facing challenges. Burrell also serves as a Juvenile Disease Research Foundation celebrity spokesperson and promotes awareness about children's diabetes. She frequently travels around the nation in her capacity as both a mentor and guest speaker where she discusses her work and passion for cooking. Anne has stated during her career in the kitchen she is incredibly fortunate to communicate with people what is most important for her.