Damaris Phillips

Damaris Phillips

Keynote Speaker: Chef & Television Personality; Winner of "Food Network Star"; Host of "Southern at Heart"; Author

  • Travels From:
  • Speaking Fee:
    Live Event Fee: $30,000 - $50,000
    Virtual Event Fee: Below $10,000
    More Fee Info
  • Categories:

Damaris Phillips Biography

Damaris Phillips is a chef and television personality recognized for her inventive approach to Southern cuisine and her presence on Food Network. Phillips won the ninth season of "Food Network Star," showcasing her fresh perspective on Southern cooking. She holds a degree in culinary arts from Jefferson Community and Technical College and has worked as a culinary instructor, reflecting her commitment to culinary education.

Phillips completed an internship at 610 Magnolia under Chef Edward Lee, gaining experience in a fine-dining environment. She later hosted "Southern at Heart" for five seasons, building a dedicated audience with her interpretations of traditional Southern dishes. Phillips expanded her television career by co-hosting "Southern and Hungry" and "The Bobby and Damaris Show" with Bobby Flay on Food Network.

Phillips has hosted six Food Network shows, including "Outrageous Pumpkins," and is a regular cast member on "Summer Baking Championship," "Beat Bobby Flay," and "Guy's Grocery Games." She has also appeared on "24 in 24: Last Chef Standing," demonstrating her versatility in culinary competitions.

Her first cookbook, "Southern Girl Meets Vegetarian Boy," was published by Abrams Books. Her second cookbook, "New Fashioned," continues her exploration of Southern cuisine, focusing on modern comfort food and fresh ingredients for home cooks. Phillips co-founded Bluegrass Supper Club, a catering company that highlights Kentucky's local food culture and supports the state's farmers and traditions. As co-host of the podcast "That's Fun" with Nikki Dinki, Phillips discusses topics related to joy, adventure, and personal growth, sharing her culinary journey and experiences with listeners.

Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on Damaris Phillips and other top speakers and celebrities.

Damaris Phillips Speaking Topics

Home & Family

How to Make Plant-Based Eating Delicious, According to a Southern Chef

Damaris Phillips Videos

Preserving fresh basil
preserving summertime flavors: freezing zuccini
GUSSIED UP YEASTED WAFFLES

How do I book Damaris Phillips to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Damaris Phillips for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Damaris Phillips, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Damaris Phillips or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Damaris Phillips for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Damaris Phillips, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Damaris Phillips are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Damaris Phillips, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Damaris Phillips speak about?

Damaris Phillips is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Social Media, Hospitality, Television & Film, Reality TV, Non-Fiction Authors and Entertainment.

Where does Damaris Phillips travel from?

Damaris Phillips generally travels from Louisville, KY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Damaris Phillips?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Damaris Phillips for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Damaris Phillips for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Damaris Phillips or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Damaris Phillips is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Social Media and Hospitality. The estimated speaking fee range to book Damaris Phillips for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Damaris Phillips generally travels from Louisville, KY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Art Smith, Aarti Sequeira and Vivian Howard. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Damaris Phillips for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 24/09/2026.

Damaris Phillips Speaking Topics

  • Home & Family

  • How to Make Plant-Based Eating Delicious, According to a Southern Chef

Damaris Phillips Videos

Preserving fresh basil
preserving summertime flavors: freezing zuccini
GUSSIED UP YEASTED WAFFLES
Guy Fieri & Damaris Phillips Eat FRIED Bologna
Damaris Phillips' Sheet Pan Green Bean Casserole | The Kitchen

Damaris Phillips Reviews

  • The Cardinal at North Hills, LLC - Jun 03 2025

  • Champlain Valley Educational Services - Mar 28 2025

  • Everything was GREAT!
    Aptean - Sep 15 2022

  • Google - Mar 04 2021

  • How do I book Damaris Phillips to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Damaris Phillips for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Damaris Phillips, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Damaris Phillips or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Damaris Phillips for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Damaris Phillips, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Damaris Phillips are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Damaris Phillips, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Damaris Phillips speak about?

    Damaris Phillips is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Social Media, Hospitality, Television & Film, Reality TV, Non-Fiction Authors and Entertainment.
  • Where does Damaris Phillips travel from?

    Damaris Phillips generally travels from Louisville, KY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Damaris Phillips?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Damaris Phillips for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Damaris Phillips for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Damaris Phillips or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
BOOKING INFORMATION REQUEST
DAMARIS PHILLIPS

We are happy to assist you with your interest in booking a speaker or celebrity for your event, your organization, and the type of talent you would like to secure, and an agent will be in touch shortly.

Fill out the form below to or call us at 1.855.383.8805 if need immediate assistance.

Tell us about your event!

We respond to most inquiries within 4 hours. Under special circumstances, it may take up to 24 hours.


This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.