Chef Valentine Howell Jr. Wiki, Age, Top Chef
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Valentine Howell Jr. Biography – Valentine Howell Jr. Wiki
Valentine Howell Jr. is the former executive chef at Greek hot spot Krasi, taco pop-up Black Cat owner, and contestant on Season 21 of Bravo’s Top Chef. He’s also appeared on shows, including A Moveable Feast on PBS. He was a James Beard Award finalist for Best Chef in the Northeast in 2023.
Born and raised in Boston, MA, Valentine Howell Jr. was drawn to the magic of hospitality and food as far back as he can remember. Officially starting his culinary education at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School and graduating from Newbury College with a B.S. in hotel, restaurant and hospitality management, he continues to be inspired by food, art, and his love for culture, travel and the people around him.
With over two decades of experience working behind the line in some of Boston’s most notable kitchens, Valentine’s path has led to experiences working alongside culinary royalty such as Lydia Shire, shaping how he approaches cooking and expanding his culinary acumen.
A James Beard Award finalist for Best Chef in the Northeast in 2023, every kitchen has imparted diverse knowledge to Valentine’s repertoire. Highlighting local produce and other various cultural and local ingredients, Valentine is currently focusing on hosting pop-ups to promote his international food concept, Black Cat Eatery, which consists of tacos, shared plates of Caribbean, Afro-Latin, and Latin street foods, and dishes with his creative take. He has also appeared on shows such as “A Moveable Feast” on PBS.
Valentine Howell Jr. Age
Top Chef contestant Valentine Howell Jr. was born and raised in Boston, MA.
Valentine Howell Jr. Top Chef
Boston Chef Valentine Howell Jr. is a contestant on season 21 of “Top Chef.” The season will be hosted by former contestant Kristen Kish, the winner of season 10, who is bringing her unique perspective, innovative rules, and surprising twists to the table.
The other 14 chefs vying for a $250,000 grand prize include Private chef Alisha Elenz; Olamaie Chef de Cuisine Amanda Turner; Fritai Head chef and owner Charly Pierre; EsterEv & Dandan Chef and co-owner Dan Jacobs; Saga Hospitality Group Executive Chef Danny Garcia; Shuggie’s Trash Pie + Natural Wine Chef & Co-Owner David Murphy; Chicago Athletic Association Executive Chef Kaleena Bliss; The Expat Executive Chef Kenny Nguyen; Foliepop’s Chef & Owner Kevin D’Andrea; Dalida Executive Chef & Owner Laura Ozyilmaz; Camp Pickle & Jaguar Bolera Culinary Director Manny Barella; B’tween Sandwich Co. Chef, Owner & Pitmaster Michelle Wallace; Chef De Cuisine Rasika Venkatesa and M Tempura Chef de Cuisine Savannah Miller.
Valentine Howell Jr.’s Instagram handle is _valentino_86.
