"When it comes to cooking, my philosophy is simple; fresh, seasonal ingredients, creativity, teamwork, and have fun."
- Chef Christopher Lee
Career Highlights
2013: Opened Sophia's (Philadelphia, PA)
2012: Launched Iki Sake
2011: Opened Huntington Social (Huntington, NY)
2010: Opened Eden South Beach (Miami, FL)
2009: Earned unprecedented 29 point food rating from Zagat
2009: Selected to participate in Top Chef Masters
2009: Awarded Michelin Star for Aureole
2008: As Executive Chef re-launched Charlie Palmer’s “Aureole”
2008: 2 Michelin Star rating for Gilt in New York City
2006: Selected as one of Food and Wine’s “Best New Chefs”
2005: Selected as James Beard Foundation’s “Rising Star Chef of the Year”