Anne Burrell

Anne W. Burrell has been a chef, television personality in the United States as well as an instructor at the Institute of Culinary Education. She's the host of Secrets of a Restaurant Chef on the Food Network and the co-host of Worst Cooks in America. Anne Burrell, a Food Network host who has spiky blond locks and a lively appearance, shares tips on how to cook restaurant-style dishes at home using simple methods. Chef Burrell also has worked in several of the city's most prestigious eateries, learned about Italian cuisine and its traditions and has competed on Food Network's Iron Chef America. While living in the New York's Upstate region, Burrell became passionate about food and cooking. She pursued her passion for food and restaurant by enroling in The Culinary Institute of America following the completion of a bachelor's degree in English as well as Communication at Canisius College, Buffalo NY. The Culinary Institute of America is where I spent the most enjoyable time of my life. It was impossible to learn, do or work enough. Following graduation, Burrell spent one year studying in the Italian Culinary Institute for Foreigners and worked in the Umbrian restaurant La Taverna del Lupo as in Tuscany's La Bottega del 30, which is a Michelin-starred establishment. In her time in Italy she grew to truly comprehend and appreciate the philosophy of Italian food and culture that made a lasting impression in her point of view. Burrell is a member of the Garden of Dreams Foundation Advisory Board that helps brighten the lives of kids who struggle. Additionally, she is a Juvenile diabetes Research Foundation's Celebrity Advocate, where she promotes awareness of young diabetics. In her capacity as an inspirational speaker, she is on the road to speak about her passion for food and her culinary career. In her journey to culinary excellence, Anne has always said I feel so lucky to be able to share what I love most for life with people.