Nikki Cascone

Nikki Cascone

Keynote Speaker: Chef/Owner Red Hook Hospitality, Contestant on Bravo's "Top Chef Chicago"

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Nikki Cascone Biography

Nikki’s passion for the culinary industry sparked at the early age of 14- with her first job in a small butcher shop on Staten Island. She soon sought a culinary degree, enrolling at the School of Culinary Arts in Atlanta, Georgia where she received an Associates degree and began building a stronger foundation in culinary technique. Following graduation, Nikki worked for several years within James Beard award winning restaurant groups of Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Avroko, and Guenter Seeger to name a few. Having gained further understanding of the many elements that complete a dining experience, Nikki turned her attention to the art of wine and food pairings and achieved full certification from both The Sterling Vineyards School of Service and Hospitality and the American Sommelier Association.

She has created several successful, complete beverage programs including a Wine Spectator award winning list while at Sotto Sotto restaurant in Atlanta, GA. Nikki’s experience culminated in working the 2005 season as the Director of Food and Beverage for all of the Yankee Stadium luxury services and restaurants.

In 2005 , she opened 24 Prince in SoHo, serving traditional American fare that was hailed for offering the right balance of style, comfort and creativity at an affordable price. Three years later Nikki was a popular chef’testant on Bravo’s Emmy winning show, Top Chef, bringing her culinary skills to the spotlight where she became a fan favorite on and off of the show. She has appeared on several local and national tv segments representing herself including Rachel Ray, Good Morning America, The Today Show to name a few.

The author of the popular blog Mothercheffer.com, Nikki can be seen around the country participating in events, seminars, charity events as well as classes and demonstrations with her Consulting and Production company, Red Hook Hospitality. Nikki has been involved with the design and build of over a dozen major NYC and Atlanta restaurants including Public, Spice Market, V Steakhouse, 24 Prince, Grotta Azzura and Dogmatic. Nikki was the Chef Production Consultant working for NBC Universal for 3 years for the annual Top Chef Tour - which travels to U.S. cities hosting the Top Chef Alumni in a live cooking challenges and also to the Top Chef Kitchen – a 5 week pop up restaurant in NYC set to launch in other major cities.

She has represented global brands such as Weight Watchers, Rachel Ray, Nabisco, and Quaker Oats and is considered an authority among her peers on sustainable, organic and healthy cooking.

Nikki is working on her first book that will highlight healthy cooking for babies and toddlers. She currently resides in New York City with her husband and 3-year-old son.

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What topics does Nikki Cascone speak about?

Nikki Cascone is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Television & Film, Food & Beverage, Lifestyle and Nutrition.

Where does Nikki Cascone travel from?

Nikki Cascone 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 Nikki Cascone?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Nikki Cascone 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 Nikki Cascone for your next private or corporate function.

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Nikki Cascone is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Television & Film and Food & Beverage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Nikki Cascone for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Nikki Cascone 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 Stephanie Izard, Alex Guarnaschelli and Vivian Howard. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Nikki Cascone for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 08/11/2023.

Nikki Cascone Videos

Top Chef Contestant Nikki Cascone Teaches Class at The Meat ...

Nikki Cascone Reviews

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  • How do I book Nikki Cascone to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Nikki Cascone, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Nikki Cascone are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Nikki Cascone, 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 Nikki Cascone speak about?

    Nikki Cascone is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Television & Film, Food & Beverage, Lifestyle and Nutrition.
  • Where does Nikki Cascone travel from?

    Nikki Cascone 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 Nikki Cascone?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Nikki Cascone 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 Nikki Cascone 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 Nikki Cascone 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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