Age: 34. Why she's rising: With only six years in the brewing field, Bryans is one of the few women in North America to earn the esteemed title of Master Brewer; goes to great lengths to brew beers that compliment the restaurant menu. Background...
DAN SACHS Owner, Spruce, Chicago ...
Ages: 38 and 31. Why they are rising: This restaurant in a former gas station is brimming with originality and sizzle. The menu features "tastes" such as the warm crispy package of asparagus, roasted tomato and fontina, and appetizers such as...
Laura DewellChef/co-owner, Pirosmani, Seattle ...
Niki LeondakisV.P. of Restaurant Operations, Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group, San Francisco...