Richard Blais

Richard Blais

Keynote Speaker: Celebrity Chef & Culinary Innovator; Winner of "Top Chef All-Stars"; James Beard Award-Nominated Author; Co-Host of FOX’s "Next Level Chef"

Richard Blais Biography

Richard Blais is a successful chef, James Beard Award-nominated cookbook author, and television personality. Widely recognized from Bravo’s "Top Chef series," Blais was the winner of the inaugural "Top Chef All-Stars Season." Currently, he co-hosts FOX’s "Next Level Chef" with Gordon Ramsay and Nyesha Arrington.

Blais graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in New York and trained at The French Laundry, Daniel, Chez Panisse and el Bulli. He currently owns and operates Trail Blais, a forward- thinking culinary consulting group that has designed and launched popular eateries across the country. Most recently, he opened Ember & Rye in Carlsbad, California, and Four Flamingos in Orlando, Florida with the Xenia Group and Hyatt Hotels. He is also the Culinary Director for VIP Dining at the San Diego Symphony’s performance space, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.

Blais also advises numerous national brands on recipe development, creativity, ideation and team building. He is the James Beard Award-nominated author of "Try This at Home," "So Good" and "Plant Forward." In addition, Blais hosts Food Court, a high-energy, gameshow style podcast and the Starving for Attention podcast.

When not on set, in a kitchen or at home with his family, Blais may be found traveling across the country performing his live brand of “Stand-Up Cooking” to enthusiastic audiences nationwide.

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Richard Blais Videos

Gordon Ramsay Challenges Richard Blais to Make a Next Level Smash Burger
New Celebrity Chef Richard Blais' restaurant
Richard Blais' Journey to Becoming Top Chef | Top Chef: The Journey

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What topics does Richard Blais speak about?

Richard Blais is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Hospitality, Science, Non-Fiction Authors, Author, Innovation, Technology, Health & Wellness, Creativity, Podcast Host, Art & Design, Television & Film and Reality TV.

Where does Richard Blais travel from?

Richard Blais generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Richard Blais?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Richard Blais 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 Richard Blais 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 Richard Blais 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?

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Richard Blais is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Hospitality and Science. The estimated speaking fee range to book Richard Blais for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Richard Blais generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Carla Hall, Cat Cora and Roy Choi. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Richard Blais for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 05/07/2026.

Richard Blais Videos

Gordon Ramsay Challenges Richard Blais to Make a Next Level Smash Burger
New Celebrity Chef Richard Blais' restaurant
Richard Blais' Journey to Becoming Top Chef | Top Chef: The Journey
Watch TOP CHEF Richard Blais Make His Iconic FRIED CHICKEN ...

Richard Blais Reviews

  • Many thanks again for the amount of professionalism put forth by the team. The events were seamless due in large part to their dedication and commitment. I'm very grateful.
    The South Florida Science Center - Jan 30 2020

  • It was a great experience and I hope to work with the team again on a future event!
    The South Florida Science Center - Apr 18 2019

  • Richard was spectacular. We had some tech difficulties (video wall with his presentation did not work at first) and he handled it like a pro. He also really connects with the audience. Thank you so much for making this a success!
    National Restaurant Association - Oct 30 2017

  • “Richard was a HUGE hit on Monday night!!! He was so funny and really really good!! He told Vet jokes and really engaged the crowd. It was truly a GREAT experience!!!”
    Shepherd on behalf of Merial - Feb 20 2014

  • How do I book Richard Blais to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Richard Blais, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Richard Blais are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Richard Blais, 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 Richard Blais speak about?

    Richard Blais is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Hospitality, Science, Non-Fiction Authors, Author, Innovation, Technology, Health & Wellness, Creativity, Podcast Host, Art & Design, Television & Film and Reality TV.
  • Where does Richard Blais travel from?

    Richard Blais generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Richard Blais?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Richard Blais 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 Richard Blais 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 Richard Blais 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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