“Early in my career, I was told I shouldn't try to work in a kitchen, that I should consider serving or managing instead. It was a sad narrative that was given to me, and it came from a society that didn't know better.”

French chef

Dominique Crenn is a French chef best known for leading Atelier Crenn in San Francisco. By 2018, she was the only female chef in the United States to earn three Michelin stars. She has also appeared on several Food Network programs and other television shows. Her public profile is closely tied to high-end cooking and to the recognition her restaurant received, which made her a notable figure in contemporary American dining.