Chef Carl Ruiz Bio, Wiki, Age, Wife (Marie Riccio), Kids, Cause of Death, Net Worth, Family, Weight Loss and Instagram
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Carl Ruiz Bio – Carl Ruiz Wiki
Carl Ruiz was a Cuban-American celebrity chef and the owner of La Cubana restaurant. He appeared on multiple episodes of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives and was also a judge on Guy’s Grocery Games.
According to The New York Times, Chef Carl Ruiz worked at restaurants around the world, including as a chef on Prince Edward’s Island in Canada. He previously owned Marie’s Italian Specialities in Chatham, New Jersey with his ex-wife, Marie Riccio. He and his ex-wife opened Marie’s Italian Specialties in 2011. Ruiz was previously the executive chef at Sabor in Bergen County, New Jersey, and at Cuban Pete’s in Montclair, New Jersey.
Carl Ruiz biography on La Cubana’s website reads, “Carl Ruiz is an acclaimed chef, consultant, and magnetic media personality whose down-home persona never fails to entertain, educate, and uplift. Throughout his prolific 25+ years in the food & restaurant industry, he’s opened restaurants all over the globe, built a successful television and radio career, and headlined world-famous culinary events — and with his well-earned insights, become the “secret weapon” to success for many other star chefs along the way.
“His frequent appearances on The Food Network — both as a competitive chef champion and celebrity judge — have cemented this Cuban chef sensation as a household name. Whether he is cooking up Cuban delicacies like Fufu or the classic Elena Ruz Sandwich, offering sage advice to up-and-coming chefs, or critiquing show contestants’ finer points of culinary execution, everyone is bound to walk away learning something new.
“Carl also made a name for himself on Sirius XM Radio interviewing some of today’s most talented and insightful chefs, and dropping his own culinary knowledge with an equal dose of truth and comedy, whether he was debunking a food trend or sharing a recipe. Today, Carl can be heard regularly podcasting on Westwood One.
“An Institute of Culinary Education graduate, Carl’s culinary career has also been featured by The New York Times, Cooking Channel, ESPN, FOX News and many other media outlets across the country.”
Carl Ruiz Age
Carl Ruiz was born on April 4, 1975. He died at age 44.
Carl Ruiz Wife Marie Riccio
He was divorced from his ex-wife Marie Riccio.
Carl Ruiz Children
Carl Ruiz had two children.
Carl Ruiz Death
Carl Ruiz died at age 44. “On behalf of the La Cubana family, with heavy hearts, we are deeply saddened to share the passing of our beloved Executive Chef Carl Ruiz. No words can fully express our sadness at the sudden loss of our dear friend and brother,” La Cubana posted on its social media sites.
“Beyond his immense culinary talent, Carl’s larger-than-life personality never failed to entertain, enlighten, and uplift every person he encountered along his #Ruizing adventures. His fierce intellect and infectious humor knew no bounds. He was a mighty force of down home Cuban cuisine, and lived life to the fullest, just as he cooked—with “dancing always” as the most important ingredient,” the post said.
The post continued, “Here at La Cubana, Carl paid proud tribute to his Cuban roots each night, and it is here that Carl’s legacy, undeniable spirit and passion for his culture will live on. We hope we make you proud, Carlito.
“To honor the work you loved so much Chef, La Cubana will continue your work in establishing The Carl Ruiz Scholarship Foundation for aspiring chefs. We love you! You are already missed. Rest easy.”
Fellow celebrity chef Guy Fieri tweeted: “I’m heartbroken that my friend chef Carl Ruiz is gone. I have no words to describe what a great friend he was to me and my family. His ability to make me laugh and smile under any circumstances was only outshined by his talent as a chef.”
Fieri added, “Over the years, I’ve met a lot of great people but a friend like Carl is one in a hundred million. Carl ’The Cuban’ Ruiz will forever live on in my heart and in those of all who loved him.”
Over the years, I’ve met a lot of great people but a friend like Carl is one in a hundred million. Carl ’The Cuban’ Ruiz will forever live on in my heart and in those of all who loved him.
— Guy Fieri (@GuyFieri) September 22, 2019
Carl Ruiz Cause of Death – How Did Chef Carl Ruiz Die
Carl Ruiz’s cause of death was a heart attack.
Carl Ruiz Net Worth
Carl Ruiz’s net worth was estimated to be $3 million.
Carl Ruiz Height
He stood at a height of 5 feet 9 inches.
Carl Ruiz Nationality
Carl Ruiz was of Cuban-American nationality.
