Michael Cimarusti

Leading sustainable seafood advocate in LA, James Beard Award winner 2019. Pioneer of California seafood cuisine with French technique foundation from Le Bernardin.

Career

• Line Cook at Le Bernardin, New York (1994-1996)
• Executive Chef at Water Grill, Los Angeles (1999-2005)
• Cook at Spago, Los Angeles (1996-1998)

Mentored by Eric Ripert, Wolfgang Puck.