Haitian Chefs Who Are Spicing Up the World
Get to know the Haitian chefs making waves worldwide with their bold flavors, creative dishes, and love for Haitian culinary traditions.
-
Alain Lemaire
Chef Alain Lemaire is a Haitian-born chef known for bold Caribbean flavors, TV appearances, and his catering brand Sensory Delights. Based in Florida, serving global taste.
-
Émilie Lafortune
Émilie Lafortune, a Haitian-born self-taught chef, discovered her passion for cooking while living in Argentina. Now based in Montreal, she shares vibrant, gourmet recipes through her brand “Le Goût de Ça,” inspiring fans worldwide with her colorful creations.
-
David Destinoble
Chef Davidson Destinoble, from St. Marc, Haiti, is co-founder of Le Chef TV show and the Haitian Culinary Alliance, and a trailblazer in Afro-Caribbean cuisine.
-
Ivan Dorvil
Chef Ivan Dorvil, born in Cap-Haitien, runs Ivan’s Cookhouse in Miami, blending Caribbean-Asian flavors. A Chopped winner, he once donated his prize to Haiti.
-
Jouvens Jean
Chef Jouvens Jean, born in Nassau to Haitian parents, rose through Miami kitchens to win top awards. He now gives back through his Chef Jouvens Foundation.
-
Ron Duprat
Chef Ron Duprat, raised in Haiti, trained in France, rose to fame on Top Chef. He’s cooked for stars, authored books, and advocates for food justice.
