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Tyler Florence is a renowned American chef and television host, celebrated for his extensive work on the Food Network and his acclaimed restaurant ventures.
Mayor Breed announced a partnership with Chef Tyler Florence to open two new Miller & Lux Provisions cafes in Union Square, aiming to revitalize the area.
Tyler Florence partnered with Toast to launch the 'Toast Changemakers Program,' where Toast awards grants to support restaurant innovation.
Tyler Florence has an ongoing collaboration with Hestan, as part of Williams-Sonoma's culinary partnerships.
Tyler Florence's restaurant Miller & Lux partnered with Allen Brothers Steaks to launch a curated dry-aged beef box, delivering premium cuts to consumers.
Williams-Sonoma announced a culinary partnership with Tyler Florence in conjunction with a book launch and the new concept, Tyler Florence Test Kitchen.
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants announced a second wine collaboration with celebrity chef and winemaker Tyler Florence, resulting in an exclusive 'Wine of the Month'.
Tyler Florence partnered with Applebee's in 2006, a partnership he later publicly defended in 2012.
Tyler Florence was born on March 3, 1971, in Greenville, South Carolina. He began his culinary journey at a young age, securing his first kitchen job at 15 as a dish washer. His dedication led him to graduate from the College of Culinary Arts at Johnson & Wales University in Charleston, South Carolina, in 1991. Following his graduation, Florence relocated to New York City to further his career, refining his skills under prominent chefs at establishments such as Aureole and Mad 61. His early career culminated in him becoming the executive chef at the notable NYC eatery, Cafeteria. His work in New York quickly brought him to the attention of the Food Network.
Florence’s long-standing relationship with the Food Network began in 1996, just three years after the network’s launch. Over nearly three decades, he has hosted numerous shows, including “Food 911,” “How to Boil Water,” “Tyler’s Ultimate,” and most notably, “The Great Food Truck Race,” which he has hosted since its inception in 2010. He also co-hosted several seasons of “Worst Cooks in America.” Beyond television, Florence is a prolific author, having published 17 cookbooks, including a children’s series and his most recent work, “American Grill: 125 Recipes for Mastering Live Fire” in 2024. He has also expanded his culinary influence through restaurants and other ventures.
His entrepreneurial spirit is evident in his restaurant portfolio, which includes Wayfare Tavern, opened in San Francisco in 2010, and Miller & Lux, a modern American steakhouse established in 2021 in San Francisco’s Chase Center and a second location in the Four Seasons Hualalai Resort in Hawaii. Miller & Lux has received recognition as the Best Steak House in the Bay Area by “San Francisco” magazine and Best Burger in America by the MICHELIN Guide. In addition to his restaurants and television career, he co-hosts the podcast “Two Dudes in a Kitchen” and has directed a documentary titled “Uncrushable” in 2018, focusing on the 2017 California Wildfires. He also served as the Dean of Culinary Education at Copia in Napa, California, in 2008.
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