 February 15th, 2011
02:30 AM ET
If there's one thing our friends at Food & Wine do even better than throwing fabulous festivals all around the country, developing stellar recipes and generally making our lives more appetizing - it's identifying up and coming talent from around the country. In each of the ten designated regions of the country, you - yes, YOU - may vote for the chef whose restaurant has most significantly stirred your soul and your palate. The winner of the The People's Best New Chef 2011 will be the subject of a profile in the July issue of Food & Wine and will no doubt hold you in tremendous gratitude and esteem until the end of time. We and the editors of Food & Wine would greatly prefer that you only vote for chefs whose restaurants you've actually visited, so the "chef" part of The People's Best New Chef 2011 really holds true. See more details at foodandwine.com and let the clicking commence! Midwest | Pacific | Southwest | Northwest | New England Southeast | New York Area | Great Lakes | Mid-Atlantic | Gulf Coast
Carlo Mirarchi Why he's amazing: Because he presents thrilling combinations of ingredients inspired by Italy but sourced, almost obsessively, locally. (The restaurant has a rooftop garden and a studio for Heritage Radio Network, which airs programs from urban foragers and farmers.)
David Felton What he told the restaurant principals: "You’re building my dream restaurant. Even if I were a dishwasher, I would want to be here."
César Ramirez The routine: Ramirez cooks five nights a week for just 18 people at a horseshoe-shaped, stainless steel table in his kitchen.
Michael Ginor Best known for: Being co-founder of Hudson Valley Foie Gras and co-author of Foie Gras: A Passion.
Dan Kluger Superstition: He tapes a penny to his knife sheaths for good luck, a US Army superstition he picked up from his father.
George Mendes Why home chefs should try cooking sous vide: "Cooking is a science. It’s evolving, and we’re taking advantage of modern-day technology."
Emma Hearst On her restaurant’s proximity to Chinatown: "We get a lot of older Chinese people from the neighborhood looking in and giving us their nod of approval. Or sometimes just shaking their head and walking away. Or crazy people fighting over dumplings."
Rich Torrisi and Mario Carbone Why they insist on domestic ingredients: Says Carbone, "In Italy, they would never use imported cheese you have to send away for. Using what’s around you is the most Italian thing you could possibly do."
Tien Ho His initial reaction when Momofuku and Má Pêche owner David Chang suggested he cook at Má Pêche: "I was like, 'F- you, dude. I’m not going back to midtown.' I mean, the mentality is so different. I think we could get away with a lot more downtown than anywhere else."
Gabe Thompson On his ingredient wish list: "Veal brains. I think it would be fun to do a play on some kind of classic Italian-American dish with veal brains. But I think it would be a hard sell." Midwest | Pacific | Southwest | Northwest | New England Southeast | New York Area | Great Lakes | Mid-Atlantic | Gulf Coast Voting starts on 2/15/11 and ends 3/1/11 at www.foodandwine.com/peoples-bnc. One vote per computer per region. Votes from any automated means or intended to disrupt the voting process (in American Express Publishing Corporation’s sole discretion) will be void. Chefs with the highest eligible votes per region will become finalists (10 total). The People's Best New Chef title will be determined based on highest number of eligible votes received during the voting period. All votes subject to verification. © 2011 American Express Publishing Corporation. All rights reserved. 
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I've been to 90 Acres. Awesome food!!!
NYTimes gave Robertas also Fat Radish 1-star! My Japanese friends don't like this restaurants, yaye!!
David Felton and his team are amazing. He's not only qualified but very deserving of this award. Gooo Chef!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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The freshness and taste of food and overall experience was just something i cannot stop talking about. Chef Kluger has it going on. Truly a proffessional.
Chef George Mendes' Aldea was such a treat for my 21st birthday. The food was unforgettable to say the least.
Michael Ginors culinary passion speak with every bite. Fantastic job Michael at both restaurants.
Gabe's restaurants are simply wonderful, Roberta's is not, and not quite sure how Roberta's made the list.
Atmosphere warm and inviting, wait staff super attentive, food outrageous! Great job Gabe and kudos to Addison.
lol its not sexist. maybe one day the trend will be that more women will be here than men. its got to with whos good right now, thats all.
DAN KLUGER... so far and away THE BEST!
Hi Arlyn....I must confess, I am kinda hurt. I agree that Dan is great but I thought you liked my food. Oh well. Michael
My heart and my tummy remain with the fabulous Gabe Thompson!!!
Go Chef Mendes! Dishes at Aldea is truly addicting.
Thanks to Mr. Ginor we have been exposed to food variety of oriental taste which was not introduced earlier. Thanks for this extraordinary culinary experience . Yossi.
Why only ONE WOMAN? Hello! Can you say sexist list!
Women are just terrible at cooking.
GABE THOMPSON! woot!
Loved the restaurant. I food was beyond belief. Have told everyone they need to go. THE BEST!
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Michael Ginor has created one of the best restaurants on Long Island, Lola, with a flair for dramatic tastes and beautiful presentations. He never fails to have something new and intriguing on the menu. He and his staff are also gracious and charming hosts. My family, and all the friends we have brought there, have never failed to be impressed and satisfied by Michel's great flair for fine cuisine.
The 'Best of' polls have devolved into popularity contests...how many friends can I get to vote...even if they've never dined at my restaurant'. I long for the days when an award was given for the best actual dining experience(s).
Gabe you are a great chef. L`artusi is a wonderful place to eat.
love Aldea
aldea is great place to eat
and to have drinks
Aldea is always innovative, delicious and enjoyable. We will continue to return and bring friends!
GABE – you da da da BOMB!!