Marcus Samuelsson
Keynote Speaker: James Beard Award-Winning Chef, Restaurateur & Author, Host, "No Passport Required"; Advocate for Diversity in the Culinary World
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Marcus Samuelsson Biography
Marcus Samuelsson is an internationally acclaimed chef, restaurateur, and author. His Ethiopian heritage and Swedish upbringing deeply influenced his innovative approach to cooking and dedication to multicultural flavors. Samuelsson's culinary journey began in Gothenburg, inspired by his grandmother's traditional Swedish recipes, which led him to the Culinary Institute in Gothenburg for formal training.
At just 24 years old, Samuelsson earned a three-star review from The New York Times as the executive chef at Aquavit, an acclaimed Scandinavian restaurant in New York City. This achievement marked him as a promising figure in the culinary world. His unique culinary style, blending international ingredients with classic techniques, is a testament to his Ethiopian roots, Swedish upbringing, and diverse culinary influences.
In 2010, Samuelsson opened Red Rooster in Harlem, a restaurant that quickly became a community institution, authentically celebrating African American cuisine's cultural heritage and history. In addition to Red Rooster, his other restaurant ventures include Streetbird in Harlem, Marcus at MGM National Harbor, Marcus in Montreal, and most recently, Metropolis inside the Perelman Performing Arts Center in New York City in the fall of 2023. Each of his restaurants emphasizes local ingredients, culture, and heritage, reflecting his belief in food as a unifying force.
Samuelsson hosts "No Passport Required" and has made numerous appearances on popular cooking shows such as "Top Chef Masters" and "Chopped. " He has won several shows, including "Top Chef Masters" in early 2010 and "Chopped All Stars 2012: Judges Remix." Additionally, he has been bestowed with the James Beard Foundation award for "Rising Star Chef," "Best Chef in New York City," and "Outstanding Personality/Host."
A published author, Samuelsson's works include "Yes, Chef: A Memoir," co-written with Veronica Chambers, which won the James Beard Foundation award for Writing and Literature related to food, and "The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food." His book "The Soul of a New Cuisine" was awarded "Best International Cookbook" by the James Beard Foundation and has been highlighted by Food & Wine magazine as a powerful testament to Black food culture.
Samuelsson also serves on City Harvest's board of directors, co-chairs the Careers Through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) board, and has been the executive chef-in-residence for BuzzFeed's Tasty video series since August 2018. Beyond his culinary achievements, Samuelsson is dedicated to social causes and actively supports organizations that address food scarcity and promote community development. He advocates for diversity in the culinary world, inspiring a new generation of chefs to honor their roots and innovate with global flavors.
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What topics does Marcus Samuelsson speak about?
Marcus Samuelsson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Food & Beverage, Celebrity Chef, Authors, Business, Immigration, Government, Leadership, Lifestyle, Television & Film and Entertainment.
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Marcus Samuelsson generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Marcus Samuelsson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Food & Beverage, Celebrity Chef and Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Marcus Samuelsson for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Marcus Samuelsson generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tom Colicchio, Rick Bayless and Roy Choi. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Marcus Samuelsson for an upcoming event.
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Tour chef Marcus Samuelsson's restaurants around the world
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Celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson plans to open a new southern-inspired restaurant and supper club in the heart of Miami's Overtown.
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Manhattan makes a difference for Africa! -- NEW YORK, Oct. 16 ...
NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Manhattan makes a difference for Africa!. Celebrated Chef Marcus Samuelsson to Receive Spirit of Africa Award at ...
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Gala Chef Q & A: JBF Award Winner Marcus Samuelsson. by JBF Editors on May 06, 2013 ... Awards Watch: Marcus Samuelsson on the Red Carpet.
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Marcus Samuelsson: On Becoming A Top Chef : NPR
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How do I book Marcus Samuelsson to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Marcus Samuelsson 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 Marcus Samuelsson, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Marcus Samuelsson or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Marcus Samuelsson for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Marcus Samuelsson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Marcus Samuelsson are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Marcus Samuelsson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Marcus Samuelsson speak about?
Marcus Samuelsson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Food & Beverage, Celebrity Chef, Authors, Business, Immigration, Government, Leadership, Lifestyle, Television & Film and Entertainment. -
Where does Marcus Samuelsson travel from?
Marcus Samuelsson generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Marcus Samuelsson?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Marcus Samuelsson 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 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Marcus Samuelsson 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 Marcus Samuelsson 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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