Chef Kelly Mayhew at Mayhew Bakery, Key-West

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About Chef Kelly Mayhew

Kelly Mayhew is a U.S. Army veteran who, after being wounded during his third tour of duty in Iraq, transitioned from military service to a culinary career. He enrolled in culinary school and later opened Mayhew Bakery, specializing in baked goods served from a walk-up window in Old Metairie.

Chef Timeline

Pre-culinary school

Served in U.S. Army

Completed three tours of duty in Iraq, sustained injuries.

Post-military

Enrolled in culinary school

Decided on a career change after military service.

2019-01-28

Opened Mayhew Bakery

Mayhew Bakery

Featured in a '3-course interview' by NOLA.com, operating from a walk-up window in Old Metairie.

2024-10-23

Guest Chef at Culinary Collaboration

Goodenough Supper Club

Came out of retirement to assist Chef Rebecca Wilcomb (James Beard Award winner) and Chef Goodenough for two nights of culinary collaboration.

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Kelly Mayhew is a U.S. Army veteran who, after being wounded during his third tour of duty in Iraq, transitioned from military service to a culinary career. He enrolled in culinary school and later opened Mayhew Bakery, specializing in baked goods served from a walk-up window in Old Metairie.

Customer Perception

Customer perception is not explicitly detailed in the provided search results. However, the mention of a walk-up window suggests a casual, accessible bakery experience.

Cuisine Highlights

Artisanal Baked GoodsSweet & Savory PastriesFreshly Baked Bread

News

Jan 28, 2019: NOLA.com published a '3-course interview' with Kelly Mayhew about Mayhew Bakery in Old Metairie, highlighting his transition from military service to baking.
Oct 23, 2024: Kelly Mayhew (Mayhew Bakery) assisted Chef Rebecca Wilcomb (James Beard Award winner) and Chef Goodenough at a culinary collaboration event hosted by Goodenough Supper Club.

Restaurants by chef

Mayhew Bakery, Goodenough Supper Club (guest appearance)

Additional Details

Kelly Mayhew served three tours of duty in Iraq with the U.S. Army before sustaining injuries that led him to seek a new career path in the culinary arts. He later 'came out of retirement' to assist at a special culinary collaboration event.

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