meet anne

With her trademark spiky blond hair and direct, upbeat teaching style, Anne Burrell worked in demanding New York City restaurant kitchens, deepened her craft with extended training in Italy, and became a familiar face on Food Network as a host and judge on series including Worst Cooks in America. She is also a New York Times best-selling cookbook author.

Growing up in upstate New York, Anne’s passion for food and cooking began at an early age. Anne feels fortunate to have found a field that satisfies her so completely. “I feel so lucky to have found my true passion in life.”

For weeknight dinners that borrow a little structure from restaurant line cooks, read Restaurant habits at home: Anne Burrell’s quick kitchen guide. It walks through prep order, tasting as you go, heat control, and cleanup so the counter stays calmer while you cook.