Chefography

Giada De Laurentiis was born with one of the most famous names in show business. But the granddaughter of legendary film producer Dino De Laurentiis left the family business behind to follow her passion for cooking.

She's known as the Barefoot Contessa, the down-to-earth home entertainment expert who made cooking crystal clear. But growing up, Ina Garten wasn't even allowed in the kitchen. Find out how she built her culinary empire.

Through sheer will, guts and determination, Tyler Florence not only won acclaim in the Big Apple for his inspired cooking, but he also became famous on TV for solving home cooks' emergencies in kitchens around the country.

Duff's background is a story of childhood rebellion, art, music and culinary adventures, including a raucous stint at Burger King, a wild ride at a prestigious pastry school, and a job at one of the best restaurants in the world.

From starting a pretzel cart business in fifth grade to running restaurants in his early twenties, it was clear that food was a driving force in Guy's life. In 2005, he was on Next Food Network Star, and a new chapter began.