Nancy Silverton | |
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Born | |
Nationality | American |
Citizenship | United States citizenship |
Education | Le Cordon Bleu, London Ecole Lenotre Culinary Institute |
Occupation(s) | Chef Author |
Years active | 1979 - present |
Employer(s) | Osteria Mozza Pizzeria Mozza |
Notable work | The Mozza Cookbook Breads from the LaBrea Bakery |
Spouse | |
Children | 3 |
Awards | Outstanding Chef, James Beard Foundation Award (2014) Best of Food and Entertaining (1999) Bon Appétit Pastry Chef of the Year, James Beard Foundation (1990) |
Nancy Silverton (born June 20, 1954) is an American chef, baker, restaurateur, and author. The winner of the James Beard Foundation's Outstanding Chef Award in 2014, Silverton is recognized for her role in popularizing sourdough and artisan breads in the United States.[1]