Joshua Weissman has transitioned from a professional chef to a New York Times best-selling cookbook author and a globally recognized content creator. After publishing his first cookbook in 2013 at the age of 17, Joshua Weissman went on to hone his culinary skills in acclaimed restaurants across the South Central United States, including Odd Duck and Uchiko. He dedicated nearly three years to the professional culinary world, holding various positions at Uchiko, notably leading the morning cook team and working as a line cook. His early engagement with food also included actively styling for magazines and assisting food photographers by age 16, which concurrently led to his initial blogging endeavors.
His debut, ‘Joshua Weissman: An Unapologetic Cookbook,’ released in 2021, immediately achieved #1 best-seller status in the Advice, How-To & Miscellaneous category. Following this success, he was featured in Variety’s 2021 Young Hollywood Impact Report. His second book, ‘Texture Over Taste,’ published in 2023, also became a New York Times bestseller in the same category. In 2023, he collaborated with Williams-Sonoma for the No Kid Hungry initiative, further expanding his reach and philanthropic efforts.
Further solidifying his influence in both the culinary and digital spheres, Joshua Weissman received a Streamy Award for Peoples Choice Best in Food in 2025. His career trajectory showcases a successful evolution from a traditional professional chef to a multifaceted media personality, dedicated to making food accessible and enjoyable for a broad, global audience. Through his publishing ventures and extensive online presence, Weissman continues to be a leading voice in culinary entertainment.