About Pierre
Bio
Pierre Thiam is a celebrated NY-based chef, restaurateur, award-winning cookbook author, and entrepreneur. His second cookbook, “Senegal: Modern Senegalese Recipes from the Source to the Bowl was a 2016 James Beard Award finalist.
Chef Thiam was born and raised in Senegal. He is known for his innovative cooking style, at once modern and eclectic yet rooted in the rich culinary traditions of West Africa.
Through his many media appearances, including CNN’s popular “Parts Unknown” with Anthony Bourdain, Chef Thiam has become a culinary ambassador dedicated to promoting West African cooking throughout the world.
Areas of expertise
Culinary Tourism, Development, Food