7.Paula Deen
Say hello to Paula Deen, one of the most famous chefs in the United States.
Author of no less than 14 cookbooks, Paula Deen is an Emmy Award winner for her hosting skills in the show Paula’s Home Cooking.
Deen owns The Lady & Sons restaurant, after starting her own catering service with the help of her sons.
With a lot of hard work, the chef, businesswoman, television host and author became one of the most popular chefs in the United States.
The chef’s inspiration in cooking was her grandmother, her cooking style being predominantly southern Asian.
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