Summary
Chef Marcus Samuelsson is a well-known figure with restaurants around the world and appearances on TV. He has a diverse background, growing up in Sweden as an Ethiopian adoptee and gaining culinary experience in various countries. Samuelsson faced challenges in his career due to race but found success with the help of mentors and hard work.
Key Facts
- Marcus Samuelsson was born in Ethiopia and raised in Sweden.
- He has worked in kitchens in Tokyo, Switzerland, and New York City, among other places.
- His flagship restaurant is called Red Rooster, located in Harlem, New York.
- Samuelsson initially wanted to play soccer but turned to cooking after being cut from a team.
- He trained in Europe, including in a Michelin-starred kitchen in France.
- Samuelsson faced skepticism about opening a Black-owned restaurant but found support from other chefs.
- Mentors like Chef Charlie Trotter and Leah Chase helped him in his career.
