Draft:Lauren Covas
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Lauren Covas (born 19 October 1983) is an American chef, restaurateur, and culinary television personality, recognized for her work in contemporary American and Portuguese cuisine. A graduate of the New England Culinary Institute, Covas has over 15 years of experience in the restaurant industry, including notable positions and entrepreneurial ventures.[1]
Covas began her professional career with an internship at the Boca Raton Resort and Beach Club in Florida.[2] She later joined the kitchen staff at Picasso, a Michelin-starred restaurant located in the Bellagio, Las Vegas.[3]
From 2008 to 2011, Covas operated The Chef's Place, a modern American restaurant and Portuguese-driven concept, located in New Brunswick, New Jersey.[4] She later collaborated with partners for Cafe Cafe in Newark, for which she was the chef from 2011 to 2014. Covas established Chef Covas Catering, a catering business that emerged from ongoing client demand and focuses on creating bespoke dining experiences.[5]
In 2016, Covas made her national television debut on the Food Network cooking competition series Chopped, where she won her episode.[6] She returned to television in 2019 as a contestant on Supermarket Stakeout, also on the Food Network, again winning the competition.[7] These appearances contributed to her growing presence on social media, where she became known for her engaging personality and practical, family-oriented cooking tutorials.
A first-generation American raised in a traditional Portuguese family, Covas cites her cultural heritage as a key influence in her cooking. Her culinary style emphasizes heritage, simplicity, and the importance of shared meals in fostering connection.[8]
Covas's first cookbook, scheduled for publication by Page Street Publishing in May 2025, is a collection of family recipes—many reinterpreted in her own style—accompanied by stories reflecting her culinary background and personal journey.[9]
References
[edit]- ^ 2004 Culinary Arts Degree from New England Culinary Institute
- ^ 6 month Culinary Internship from New England Culinary Institute starting in 2001 at Boca Raton Beach Club
- ^ Line Cook at Picasso Restaurant at the Bellagio Resort in Las Vegas from 2002 - 2005
- ^ Chef and Owner of The Chef's Place 2008 - 2011 https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-chefs-place-new-brunswick?select=RAsgv1IUD4-EzPBozotBHQ
- ^ https://www.chefcovascatering.com/
- ^ Food Network's "Chopped" Season 28, Episode 7: "Tortellini Trials" aired 5/10/2016 rottentomatoes.com
- ^ Food Network's "Supermarket Stakeout" Season 2, Episode 9: "Meet Your Mash" aired 5/12/2020 MAX
- ^ "Lauren van Liew, Chef Covas Catering {Our NJMOMpreneur of the Week}". 2 November 2020.
- ^ "Little Portugal, Big Flavor".