Michael Symon

Michael D. Symon is an American chef, restaurateur, television personality, and author. Born on September 19, 1969, in Cleveland, Ohio, Symon is of Greek, Sicilian, and Eastern European descent. He is best known for his appearances on Food Network shows such as Iron Chef America, Burgers, Brew and 'Que, Food Feuds, and The Best Thing I Ever Ate. He has also been featured on Cook Like an Iron Chef on the Cooking Channel and The Chew on ABC. Symon has contributed to various periodicals including Bon Appétit, Esquire, Food Arts, Gourmet, Saveur, and O, The Oprah Magazine. In addition to being a prominent figure in the culinary world, Symon is the owner of several restaurants in the Greater Cleveland area, including Lola, Mabel's BBQ, and BSpot. He has also opened restaurants in Detroit and Atlantic City.