Thomas Keller

Thomas Keller

Keynote Speaker: Chef, Cookbook Author & Proprietor of The French Laundry, Per Se, Bouchon, Bar Bouchon, Bouchon Bakery, and Ad Hoc

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Thomas Keller Biography

Chef Thomas Keller is renowned for his culinary skills and high standards. He has established a collection of restaurants that sets a new paradigm within the hospitality profession. Now celebrating its twenty sixth year, Keller took ownership of The French Laundry in Yountville, CA and quickly garnered worldwide acclaim. His restaurants also include Bouchon Bistro, with locations in Yountville and Las Vegas; Per Se in New York City; Ad Hoc + addendum in Yountville; The Surf Club Restaurant in Surfside, FL; Bouchon Bakery in Yountville, Las Vegas and in the Middle East; and the Mexican eatery La Calenda in Yountville.

Keller is the first and only American-born chef to hold multiple three-star ratings from the prestigious Michelin Guide, as well as the first American male chef to be designated a Chevalier of The French Legion of Honor. He has received countless accolades, including The Culinary Institute of America’s “Chef of the Year” Award and the James Beard Foundation’s “Outstanding Chef” and “Outstanding Restaurateur” Awards. In 2017, Keller led a team from the United States to its first-ever gold medal in the Bocuse d’Or, a prestigious biannual competition that is regarded as the Olympics of the culinary world. For embodying the state’s spirit of innovation, he was inducted into the 2018 California Hall of Fame. Keller is a #1 New York Times bestselling author with more than 1.5 million copies of his cookbooks in print. His sixth and most recent book, "The French Laundry, Per Se," was released October 27, 2020.

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Thomas Keller Videos

Thomas Keller Teaches Cooking Techniques | Official Trailer
The Dish: Thomas Keller
Thomas Keller: Salt Enhances, Pepper Changes | MasterClass

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What topics does Thomas Keller speak about?

Thomas Keller is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Television & Film, Authors, Food & Beverage, Lifestyle, Entertainers, Hospitality and Entertainment.

Where does Thomas Keller travel from?

Thomas Keller generally travels from Napa, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Thomas Keller?

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Thomas Keller is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Television & Film and Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Thomas Keller for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Thomas Keller generally travels from Napa, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tom Colicchio, David Chang and Art Smith. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Thomas Keller for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 22/10/2024.

Thomas Keller Videos

Thomas Keller Teaches Cooking Techniques | Official Trailer
The Dish: Thomas Keller
Thomas Keller: Salt Enhances, Pepper Changes | MasterClass

Thomas Keller Reviews

  • Chef Keller's team was very professional. The demo was a bit fast, but otherwise the guests enjoyed themselves.
    Google LLC - Dec 14 2020

  • How do I book Thomas Keller to speak at my event?

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

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

    Thomas Keller is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Television & Film, Authors, Food & Beverage, Lifestyle, Entertainers, Hospitality and Entertainment.
  • Where does Thomas Keller travel from?

    Thomas Keller generally travels from Napa, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Thomas Keller?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Thomas Keller 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 Thomas Keller 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 Thomas Keller 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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