Anthony Amoroso facts for kids
Anthony Amoroso is a famous Italian-American chef. He is known for winning a cooking competition on the TV show Iron Chef America in 2009. Chef Amoroso has worked in many top restaurants across the United States. He has been an Executive Chef at places like SeaBlue at The Borgata in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Currently, he works as a Corporate Executive Chef for BRGuest Hospitality.
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Early Life and Culinary Training
Anthony Amoroso grew up in an Italian-American family. His hometown was Jersey City, New Jersey. When he was 18, he decided he wanted to become a chef. He told his mother about his dream. After that, he went to cooking school. He studied at the Culinary Arts Institute. This school is part of Hudson County Community College.
Chef Anthony Amoroso's Career Journey
After finishing culinary school, Chef Amoroso started his career. His first job was at the Hilton at Short Hills.
Working in New York City
Later, Chef Amoroso moved to New York City. There, he worked with a well-known chef named Rick Moonen. He started as a sous chef, which is like a second-in-command in the kitchen. Then, he became a chef de cuisine at a restaurant called Oceana. This means he was in charge of the kitchen. He continued working with Chef Moonen at another restaurant, Branzini. He was even named Executive Chef to open a new restaurant called RM Seafood.
Moving to Las Vegas
In 2003, Chef Amoroso moved to Las Vegas, Nevada. He was hired by Chef Michael White. His job was to be the opening Executive Chef at Fiamma Trattoria and Bar. This restaurant was inside the MGM Grand Las Vegas hotel. In 2005, he moved to the Bellagio hotel. There, he became the Executive Chef at Michael Mina's restaurant. This restaurant was so good that it earned two Michelin Stars. Michelin Stars are a very high honor for restaurants.
Winning Iron Chef America
While working at Michael Mina's restaurant, Chef Amoroso got a big chance. He appeared on the Food Network TV show Iron Chef America. This show is a cooking competition. Chef Amoroso competed against Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto. The main ingredient for their battle was branzino, a type of fish. Chef Amoroso won the competition! His winning episode first aired on October 18, 2009.
Return to the East Coast
In September 2009, Chef Amoroso moved back to the East Coast. He became the Executive Chef at Mina's SeaBlue restaurant. This restaurant was located at The Borgata in Atlantic City. He also shared some of his recipes with Men's Fitness magazine in 2008.
