15 Things You Didn't Know About Anne Burrell

Every chef begins somewhere.

Chef Anne Burrell began her career working in a restaurant after college graduation. She loved working there, but when her mom requested that she make use of her degree, a quick stint as a physician head hunter lead her right back to the kitchen. She decided to make cooking her career. To this day, she is still excited and challenged by her career as a chef.

Ever wonder where her signature spiky, blonde hairdo comes from? Or what it's like to work with Mario Batali? We've got all your burning questions answered.

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Catch Burrell at the New York City Wine & Food Festival.