Chef John Palmer

Chef At Home in Los Angeles
Chef John Palmer

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Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus, efficiency and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations.

Born in Naples, Italy and raised in Southern California, Chef John Gabriel Palmer was always fascinated by the events involving in the kitchen. His interest in cooking started at the age of ten while observing his mother cook traditional Italian dishes.

Soon after his college education, he started his culinary ambitions while he apprenticed under leading chefs and learned the fundamental skills about cooking and baking. Over the years his skills have been proven by his invaluable techniques in Stocks, roasting, braising, smoking, grilling, sautéing and sauce making; the pillars and foundations of great cooking.

Chef John is an avid participant in charitable events that include: Bread of Life – Food Bank of Escondido – FBI, Homeless Outreach-San Diego, San Marcos Immigration-Education on Cooking and many others.

Chef John Gabriel Palmer, an Award-Winning Professional who carries a unique blend of creative flair and passion for food

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More about me

For me, cooking is...

the art of mixing food to create a flavor for joy, consumption and nutritious purposes. Your skill level, how much time you like to

I learned to cook at...

An early age making fresh pasta and gnocchi on the dining room table, watching my mom and helping her in the kitchen

A cooking secret...

I like to make food with love and care. The secret is the best quality ingredients by keeping it simple.

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