Chef Lana Lagomarsini at Creola NYC, New York

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About Chef Lana Lagomarsini

Chef Lana Lagomarsini is a talented culinary professional known for her 'heart to plate cooking.' She gained significant recognition as a semi-finalist on Top Chef Season 22 and plans to open her restaurant, Creola NYC, in 2026, using her winnings from the competition to fund the venture.

★Awards & Recognition

★Top Chef Season 22 Semi-finalist (2025)★Top Chef Winnings (2025)

Chef Timeline

2025

Competed on Top Chef

Became a semi-finalist on Top Chef Season 22 and earned winnings from the competition.

2026

Planning to open Creola NYC

Creola NYC

Scheduled to open her restaurant in New York City, funded by her Top Chef winnings.

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Chef Lana Lagomarsini is a talented culinary professional known for her 'heart to plate cooking.' She gained significant recognition as a semi-finalist on Top Chef Season 22 and plans to open her restaurant, Creola NYC, in 2026, using her winnings from the competition to fund the venture.

Cuisine Highlights

Creole cuisineHeart to plate cooking

News

“I'm Never Going To Open A Restaurant” - Cherry Bombe (July 16, 2026): Discusses Chef Lagomarsini's decision to open Creola NYC and how she used her Top Chef winnings to fund the restaurant.

Restaurants by chef

Creola NYC (opening 2026)

Additional Details

Chef Lagomarsini initially stated she would 'never open a restaurant,' but had a change of heart, leading to her decision to establish Creola NYC. Her participation and winnings on Top Chef provided the capital to pursue this long-held dream.

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