Tyler Florence

Tyler Florence

Keynote Speaker: Celebrity Chef & Restaurateur; Food Network Host Known for "Tyler's Ultimate" & "The Great Food Truck Race"; Author; Founder of Wayfare Tavern & Miller & Lux

Tyler Florence Biography

Tyler Florence is a chef, restaurateur, and television host known for his contributions to culinary culture. After developing his culinary skills under chefs such as Charlie Palmer at Aureole and Marta Pulini at Mad 61 in New York City, Florence became executive chef at Cafeteria, a well-known NYC restaurant. He began working with Food Network early in its history, becoming one of the network's original personalities and a prominent figure in American cooking television.

Florence has appeared on numerous Food Network shows, including "Tyler's Ultimate" and "The Great Food Truck Race." His television work also includes "How to Boil Water," a show for novice cooks, and "Food 911," a program focused on recipe troubleshooting. He has hosted and co-hosted additional Food Network series and specials, such as "Planet Food," "All American Festivals," "My Country, My Kitchen," and "Worst Cooks in America" alongside Anne Burrell. Florence is recognized for his approachable style, which contributed to changing the presentation of culinary television.

In addition to his television career, Florence has authored 17 cookbooks, including "American Grill," "Stirring the Pot," and "Dinner at My Place." He is a two-time James Beard Award nominee for Best Chef West Coast. Florence opened Wayfare Tavern, a restaurant in San Francisco known for its American cuisine, which has been included in the Top 100 Bay Area Restaurants by the San Francisco Chronicle.

Florence also operates Miller & Lux, a San Francisco steakhouse located in Chase Arena, which has been named Best Steakhouse in the Bay Area by San Francisco Magazine. He expanded Miller & Lux to Hawaii, where the restaurant received the Gold Winner designation for Best Hawaii Island Steakhouse from Honolulu Magazine. Florence has been recognized as Chef of the Year by San Francisco Magazine.

Outside of the culinary and restaurant industries, Florence has participated in humanitarian efforts, including partnering with World Central Kitchen to provide meals during California wildfires and collaborating with the United Nations on hunger relief initiatives. He also founded Monarch Collective, Inc., a production company, expanding his work into media and entrepreneurship.

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Tyler Florence Videos

Tyler Florence | The Blackberry Podcast
Tyler Florence Goes from Farm to Live Fire
Tyler Florence's Ultimate Tagliatelle Bolognese | Tyler's Ultimate

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How much does it cost to book Tyler Florence for a speaking engagement?

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

Tyler Florence is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Non-Fiction Authors, Host & Emcee, Author, Hospitality, Celebrity, Children's Authors, Podcast Host, Television & Film and Bestselling Authors.

Where does Tyler Florence travel from?

Tyler Florence generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Tyler Florence?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Tyler Florence 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 Tyler Florence 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 Tyler Florence 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.


Tyler Florence is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Non-Fiction Authors and Host & Emcee. The estimated speaking fee range to book Tyler Florence for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. Tyler Florence generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay and Guy Fieri. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Tyler Florence for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 28/10/2026.

Tyler Florence Videos

Tyler Florence | The Blackberry Podcast
Tyler Florence Goes from Farm to Live Fire
Tyler Florence's Ultimate Tagliatelle Bolognese | Tyler's Ultimate
This week’s Family Meal at Miller & Lux, Herb and Citrus Roasted Chicken
  • How do I book Tyler Florence to speak at my event?

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

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

    Tyler Florence is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Non-Fiction Authors, Host & Emcee, Author, Hospitality, Celebrity, Children's Authors, Podcast Host, Television & Film and Bestselling Authors.
  • Where does Tyler Florence travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Tyler Florence 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 Tyler Florence 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 Tyler Florence 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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