Sam Talbot is a 28-year old Executive Chef in New York City. He comes from Charlotte and is currently residing in New York. Previously, he was voted as one of New York's sexiest chefs. He has 12 years of cooking experience and has worked at several restaurants like Black Duck, Williamsburg Café, and Punch. He admires chefs like Suzanne Goin, Tom Douglas and James Burns. He became part of the reality cooking contest Top Chef. Although he appears to be self-absorbed, he is ready to prove that he is fierce when it comes to the kitchen and is more than just a pretty face.