Chef Donald Link at La Boulangerie, Tallinn

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About Chef Donald Link

Donald Link is a highly acclaimed, James Beard Award-winning chef and co-founder of the Link Restaurant Group. He is known for his innovative approach to Southern and New American cuisine, deeply rooted in the culinary traditions of New Orleans.

★Awards & Recognition

James Beard Award for Best Chef: South (2007)

James Beard Award Nomination for Best Ne… (2007)

Chef Timeline

2007

Awarded James Beard for Best Chef: South

Herbsaint

Herbsaint, his flagship restaurant, earned this prestigious award.

2007

Cochon nominated for Best New Restaurant

Cochon

His restaurant Cochon received a nomination for this significant industry recognition.

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Key Information

Donald Link is a highly acclaimed, James Beard Award-winning chef and co-founder of the Link Restaurant Group. He is known for his innovative approach to Southern and New American cuisine, deeply rooted in the culinary traditions of New Orleans.

Cuisine Highlights

Southern American cuisineNew Orleans farePork-centric dishes

Restaurants by chef

Herbsaint, Cochon, Cochon Butcher, Pêche Seafood Grill, Gianna, La Boulangerie, Link Restaurant Group

Additional Details

Chef Donald Link, along with Stephen Stryjewski, founded the Link Restaurant Group to oversee and grow their family of restaurants, which are prominent fixtures in the New Orleans dining scene.

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