Chef Michael Cimarusti Judges America's Culinary Cup

0:00It's May 2nd, I'm Cory with the story, and this is Entertainment and Celebrity News today. I.I. Powered and Star-Driven. Chef Michael Simmerusti is bringing his top-tier skills to the judges' table on the new CBS show, America's Culinary Cup. He's judging alongside Pat Malakshmi and Chef Wiley DeFren as elite chefs battle for a $1 million prize. His spot-on taste in three Michelin stars at his Los Angeles restaurant Providence make him the perfect pick for spotting the best in the game. Simmerusti kicked off his career after graduating from the Culinary Institute of America, starting in New York under Chef Larry Forgeone, the godfather, of American cuisine. He then headed west to work with Wolfgang Puck as Chef to cuisine at Spago, building a rep that's earned him a James Beard Award and a spot on them, list of the 50 most powerful people in American fine dining. Experiences and foodies are buzzing about his judging style, especially since he's no rookie on TV. He's popped up a dozen times on Hell's Kitchen and judged Top Chef Masters and MasterChef,

1:04including the season 11 finale. His experience adds real weight to this high-stakes competition. What sets Simmerusti apart is his deep commitment to seafood and sustainability at Providence, one of just 38 spots worldwide, with three. Michelin stars plus a green star. The place has a rooftop garden with beehives, zero waste programs for everything from chocolate to cocktails, and a focus on the most eco-friendly, ingredients. All this shows why Simmerusti's leading the charge in fine dining, pushing for a healthier planet, one plate at a time while keeping America's culinary. Cup-tasting Elite