Chef, Author and Food Activist

Sammy Monsour is a Michelin-awarded chef, cookbook author and food activist. A third-generation chef and graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, his culinary journey began at his parents’ neighborhood restaurant in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

His restaurants in Boston and Los Angeles have earned acclaim from the James Beard Foundation, Eater, Food & Wine and Zagat. Recognized for his commitment to sustainability, he has been honored on the Good Food 100 list and received a Green Star from the City of Los Angeles.

Sammy is a dedicated advocate for ocean conservation and sustainable food systems. He is a member of the Chefs Manifesto, has represented the United States at World Food Day at the UN FAO in Rome and serves on the boards of Chefs Collaborative and JBF’s Smart Catch. He also partners with the Environmental Defense Fund, helping lead the Coalition for Sustainable Aquaculture.

Sammy currently lives in Charleston, South Carolina, embracing the coastal lifestyle while continuing to use his platform to advance food system transformation.