Arnold Myint

A distinguished chef and restaurateur, Arnold Myint first gained national recognition as a competitor on Season 7 of Top Chef. Building on this platform, Myint launched multiple acclaimed restaurants in Nashville, TN, including Cha Chah, PM, and Suzy Wong’s House of Yum. Demonstrating his multifaceted talent, he also achieved the title of Miss Gay America in 2017 under his drag persona, Suzy Wong, headlining events across the U.S. Myint’s diverse background also includes a notable career as a national-level figure skater, underscoring his disciplined approach to performance and craft.

Myint continued to expand his culinary footprint, notably with International Market in Nashville, which earned him a prestigious 2024 James Beard Award semifinalist nomination for Best Chef: Southeast. His expertise has been sought after in television, where he served as a Judge, Chef, and Restaurateur on ‘Big Bad BBQ Brawl’ in 2017. Myint also competed on ‘Food Network Star’ and later appeared as a Judge on ‘Frankie vs the Internet’ in 2021, showcasing his acumen across various culinary formats. Beyond his culinary and television endeavors, Myint maintains a vibrant presence as his acclaimed drag persona, Suzy Wong.

In 2025, Myint will also return to television as a Competitor on ‘Cutthroat Kitchen: Knives Out,’ continuing his engaging presence in culinary competitions. His ongoing influence was further solidified by International Market’s 2024 James Beard Award semifinalist nomination, highlighting his consistent innovation and excellence in the culinary field.