Chase Bailey

Diagnosed with autism just after his second birthday, Chase Bailey, originally from Irvine, CA, experienced significant challenges with sensory processing, including a strong aversion to most foods. For much of his childhood, his diet was limited to specific items. A turning point occurred at age eight when he discovered the cooking show ‘Eat St.’ with his grandfather. This exposure to diverse foods and culinary experiences began to shift his perspective. Building on this newfound interest, Chase started experimenting with cooking, developing his own creative twists on recipes, such as enhancing his great-grandmother’s Cola-Cola cake.

At 11, Chase launched his YouTube channel, “Chase ‘N Yur Face,” with the help of his cousin, where he filmed his cooking sessions. The show quickly gained traction, attracting thousands of subscribers and hundreds of thousands of views. Chase’s magnetic personality and passion for cooking resonated with a growing audience. His journey led him to cook with celebrity chefs like Becky Reams and Roy Choi. He made appearances on national television shows, including “The Meredith Vieira Show” and ABC’s “The Chew,” and served as a sous chef for the Autism Speaks Celebrity Chef Gala in 2015, where he met Giada De Laurentiis.

In November 2015, Chase published “The Official Chase ‘N Yur Face Cookbook,” which features over 75 original recipes. The proceeds from the cookbook support the Chase Yur Dreams Foundation, established by his family to provide grants and vocational training for adults with autism. Chase’s career progression demonstrates his ability to overcome challenges associated with autism and leverage his passion for cooking into a platform for advocacy and entrepreneurship. He has also hosted a local public television program called “Fun and Simple Cooking with Chase Bailey” presented by KVCR.