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12/03/2024
Happy International Women’s Day to Carrie Nahabedian, a true pioneer chef! 🌟
Originally from Chicago’s northern suburbs, Chef Carrie began her culinary journey as a teenager at the Ritz Carlton. From there, she’s soared through esteemed kitchens like Le Perroquet, Jovan, and Le Francais, eventually landing as Executive Chef at the Four Seasons Hotels in Chicago, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles.
Her remarkable career boasts a Michelin Star for seven consecutive years, a James Beard Award for “Best Chef, Great Lakes”, and a stellar four-star rating from renowned Chicago Tribune critic, Phil Vettel.
In honor of her exceptional contributions, Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley proclaimed September 22, 2009, as “Carrie Nahabedian Day”. Additionally, she’s been inducted into the Chicago Chefs Hall of Fame and honored with the Jean Banchet Lifetime Achievement Award in 2016. Cheers to Chef Carrie for her outstanding achievements!