Art Smith
Keynote Speaker: Celebrity Chef, Author & Humanitarian; Served as the Personal Chef of Oprah Winfrey
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Art Smith Biography
Chef Art Smith is a distinguished American celebrity chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author with a passion for reimagining Southern cuisine. Born on March 1, 1960, in Jasper, Florida, his culinary journey began with formal training at the Florida Culinary Institute. Smith's expertise in the kitchen was further honed through international experiences, including working with culinary luminaries like George Blanc and Alain Ducasse in France.
His career took a significant turn when he became the personal chef to Oprah Winfrey for a decade, solidifying his reputation as a top-tier chef in the industry. In 1997, he opened "Table Fifty-Two" in Chicago, a restaurant celebrated for its modern interpretations of traditional Southern dishes. This establishment, rooted in locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and a commitment to warm hospitality, quickly became a culinary destination.
Smith's influence extends beyond the restaurant world. He is a prolific cookbook author, with titles like "Back to the Table" and "Kitchen Life: Real Food for Real Families" showcasing his culinary expertise. Television appearances have also allowed him to share his passion for Southern cuisine with a broader audience.
Smith's commitment to wholesome eating and community engagement is evident through his involvement in various charitable initiatives. He emphasizes the unifying power of food and the importance of sharing meals with loved ones.
In addition to "Table Fifty-Two," Smith expanded his culinary empire with "Homecomin' Florida Kitchen" at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, where he offers a contemporary take on Southern comfort food. Most recently, Smith opened "Reunion" located at Chicago's iconic Navy Pier, it reflects his dedication to preserving and innovating Southern culinary traditions. Smith's enduring legacy continues to inspire, promote inclusivity, and celebrate the rich flavors of the South.
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Art Smith Speaking Topics
Chef Art's travels around the world being a good diplomat for the US State Department
Healthy Comfort
How to eat delicious food and be healthy
How as a Chef I can work and live and help people with diabetes
Chef Art is known for his Advocacy for LGBTQ
Art Smith Videos
Art Smith's Healthy Comfort: How America's Favorite Celebrity Chef Got it Together, Lost Weight, and Reclaimed His Health!
Back to the Family: Food Tastes Better Shared With Ones You Love
Kitchen Life: Real Food For Real Families -- Even Yours!
Back to the Table: The Reunion of Food and Family
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What topics does Art Smith speak about?
Art Smith is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Television & Film, Fitness, Food & Beverage, Nutrition, Authors, Diabetes, Health, Lifestyle, Obesity, Celebrity, Social Activism, Family & Parenting, Generational Issues, Non-Profit & Association, Entertainers, Hospitality, Heart Health and Entertainment.
Where does Art Smith travel from?
Art Smith generally travels from Jacksonville, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Art Smith is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Television & Film and Fitness. The estimated speaking fee range to book Art Smith for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Art Smith generally travels from Jacksonville, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Aarti Sequeira, Darren McGrady and Michael Solomonov. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Art Smith for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Art Smith Speaking Topics
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Food Diplomacy
Chef Art's travels around the world being a good diplomat for the US State Department
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Celebrity Chef Art Smith to US Ambassador of Portugals
Healthy Comfort
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Big Chef Little Chef
How to eat delicious food and be healthy
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Being a Chef with Type 2 Diabetes
How as a Chef I can work and live and help people with diabetes
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Using Food as Platform to Create Change
Chef Art is known for his Advocacy for LGBTQ
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Art Smith Videos
BOOKS
Art Smith's Healthy Comfort: How America's Favorite Celebrity Chef Got it Together, Lost Weight, and Reclaimed His Health!
Back to the Family: Food Tastes Better Shared With Ones You Love
Kitchen Life: Real Food For Real Families -- Even Yours!
Back to the Table: The Reunion of Food and Family
REVIEWS
Art Smith Reviews
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Art was great! Everyone loved his presentation. people were engaged the whole time and people who weren't there wanted the recording!
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals - Nov 11 2021 -
Chef Art was fantastic, the attendees and client were thrilled with his demo. Though he had some tech difficulties, but was very accommodating and understanding with the extra time needed to get him set-up. AAE was fabulous. They were so communicative and helpful with all of our requests, we couldn't have asked for better partners in this event!
INVNT o/b/o Merck & Co. - May 25 2021 -
Great experience from start to finish, and Art's personal knowledge of issues associated with domestic violence made a huge difference. Plus he got us Las Vegas Lady Gaga tickets to auction off!
Safe Place of the Permian Basin - Aug 29 2018
NEWS
Art Smith News
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First Look: Chef Art Smith's Homecoming Florida Kitchen & Southern ...
After 5 years in the making, Chef Art Smith¿s Homecoming Florida Kitchen & Southern Shine is on the last legs of preparations.
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Jameson: Celebrity chef Art Smith on what every kitchen should have
Celebrity Chef Art Smith, Oprah's personal chef for 10 years, came home to Florida to open his newest restaurant, Homecoming – Florida Kitchen & Southern ...
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Chef Art Smith Talks Gay Marriage, Husband Jesus Salgueiro On ...
Chef Art Smith, who has served the likes of President Barack Obama, Jeb Bush, Lady Gaga and Oprah Winfrey, recently stopped by Huff Post Live to discuss his ...
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World Chefs: Art Smith shares weight-loss tips in latest book - Yahoo ...
From Yahoo News: By Richard Leong NEW YORK (Reuters) - Celebrity chef Art Smith, who shed 100 pounds (45 kg) after being diagnosed with diabetes three ...
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Chef Art Smith: Healthy Eating, Weight Loss And When You Can Eat ...
Art Smith, the cookbook author and former personal chef to Oprah Winfrey, Jeb Bush and others, is out with a new book -- but this time he's talking healthy eats.
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