Tampa Cooking School - Meet Our Chefs

Meet the chefs who bring flavor and excitement to the Tampa Apron's Cooking School.

Celebrity Chefs & Guests

These big-name celebrities and renowned local chefs are on the cutting edge of the culinary scene.

Martin Yan has hosted over 2,000 cooking shows broadcast world-wide. He enjoys distinction as a certified Master Chef, a highly respected food consultant, a cooking instructor, and a prolific author.

Paula Deen

Paula Deen is a self-made success story who learned the secrets of Southern cooking from her grandmother.

Harold Dieterle III

Harold Dieterle III, of West Babylon, New York, was the winner of the first season of the Bravo cable television network reality television program Top Chef.

Pairing Experts

These are experts from well-known wineries and breweries, and accomplished chefs knowledgeable in the fine art of pairing food with drink.

Talk of the Town & Other Experts

Here are the local restaurant and culinary masters who bring so much flavor to the region.

Apron's Staff

Get to know our accomplished resident chefs and culinary team.