Hugh is a James Beard Award-winning chef, restaurateur, bestselling author, and television personality celebrated for his modern approach to Southern cuisine. Chef and partner behind acclaimed restaurants including 5&10, The National, Empire State South, and The Florence, he blends Southern traditions with European influences. Named a Food & Wine Best New Chef, Hugh is the author of the award-winning cookbook A New Turn in the South and a familiar face as a judge on Top Chef. Through his restaurants, books, and public appearances, he champions seasonal cooking, sustainability, hospitality, and culinary innovation.
