Lisa Garza

Lisa Garza

Keynote Speaker: Wellness Chef, Mental Health Advocate & Culinary Entrepreneur; Founder of Lisa Garza Taste Studio; Known for "The Next Food Network Star"

Lisa Garza Biography

Lisa Garza is a Dallas-based chef, restaurateur, and culinary entrepreneur recognized for her contributions to the American dining scene. Garza began her career in the restaurant industry at age 16 and played a key role in opening SUZE, a restaurant in Northwest Dallas known for its blend of new American, Mediterranean, and Asian fusion cuisine. SUZE has received recognition from Dallas Morning News and D Magazine as one of the top restaurants in the Dallas–Fort Worth area and was featured on the cover of Bon Appétit in the Best Neighborhood Restaurant issue. The restaurant has also been listed among America's Top Restaurants by Zagat's Guide.

Garza gained national attention as a contestant on the Food Network show "The Next Food Network Star" Season Four, where her culinary expertise and on-screen presence led to increased visibility. She later appeared on "Chopped All-Stars," further establishing her reputation in the culinary industry. Garza has worked as a luxury event coordinator, providing services for clients including Carolina Herrera, Oscar de la Renta, Vogue, and Valentino.

Expanding her culinary ventures, Garza founded Lisa Garza Taste Studio, offering event planning and off-site catering services. In collaboration with Lauren Smith, she launched Lisa Garza Taste Studio and Events, a business that integrates fine dining with custom-designed uniforms and linens for events. Garza also opened Sissy's Southern Kitchen and Bar on Henderson Avenue in Dallas, a restaurant noted for its focus on Southern cuisine and praised by outlets such as Harper's Bazaar. Sissy's Southern Kitchen and Bar has been credited with influencing the Southern cuisine movement in Dallas.

Throughout her career, Garza has advocated for women's rights and addressed issues within the restaurant industry. Her platform includes wellness cooking, mental health advocacy, and the study of nutritional psychiatry and developmental trauma, reflecting her commitment to the intersection of food, culture, and well-being.

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What topics does Lisa Garza speak about?

Lisa Garza is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Television & Film, Reality TV, Celebrity, Comedian, Influential Women, Women in Business and Hospitality.

Where does Lisa Garza travel from?

Lisa Garza generally travels from Dallas, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Lisa Garza?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lisa Garza 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 Lisa Garza 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 Lisa Garza 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.


Lisa Garza is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Television & Film and Reality TV. The estimated speaking fee range to book Lisa Garza for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Lisa Garza generally travels from Dallas, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Antonia Lofaso, Heather Gay and Lynnette Marrero. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lisa Garza for an upcoming event.

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

Lisa Garza Videos

Lisa Garza - YouTube
  • How do I book Lisa Garza to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Lisa Garza 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 Lisa Garza, 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 Lisa Garza or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Lisa Garza for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Lisa Garza, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Lisa Garza, 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 Lisa Garza speak about?

    Lisa Garza is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Television & Film, Reality TV, Celebrity, Comedian, Influential Women, Women in Business and Hospitality.
  • Where does Lisa Garza travel from?

    Lisa Garza generally travels from Dallas, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Lisa Garza?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lisa Garza 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 Lisa Garza 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 Lisa Garza 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.
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