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Kent joined [[The NoMad]] in the fall of 2013 as executive chef.<ref>{{Cite web |last=NomadAdmin |date=2013-10-22 |title=James Kent Is The New Executive Chef at The NoMad |url=https://experiencenomad.com/james-kent-named-executive-chef-at-the-nomad/ |access-date=2024-06-18 |website=Experience NoMad |language=en-US}}</ref> Later that year, the restaurant received its first Michelin star. He departed in 2017 to pursue his first solo project.{{cn|date=June 2024}}
Kent joined [[The NoMad]] in the fall of 2013 as executive chef.<ref>{{Cite web |last=NomadAdmin |date=2013-10-22 |title=James Kent Is The New Executive Chef at The NoMad |url=https://experiencenomad.com/james-kent-named-executive-chef-at-the-nomad/ |access-date=2024-06-18 |website=Experience NoMad |language=en-US}}</ref> Later that year, the restaurant received its first Michelin star.<ref name="NJfoodfest"/> He departed in 2017 to pursue his first solo project.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Tishgart |first=Sierra |date=2017-03-14 |title=Two of New York’s Most Notable Chefs Are Leaving Their Restaurants |url=https://www.grubstreet.com/2017/03/two-of-nycs-notable-chefs-are-leaving-their-restaurants.html |access-date=2024-06-18 |website=Grub Street |language=en}}</ref>


===Saga and Crown Shy===
===Saga and Crown Shy===

Revision as of 02:12, 18 June 2024

James Kent
Born
Jamal James Kent

(1979-05-02)May 2, 1979
Lower Manhattan, New York City, U.S.[1]
DiedJune 15, 2024(2024-06-15) (aged 45)
New York, U.S.
EducationLe Cordon Bleu, London, Paris
Johnson & Wales University[2]
Years active1993–2024[2]
SpouseKelly Kent[1]
Children2
Culinary career
Current restaurant(s)

Jamal James Kent (May 2, 1979 — June 15, 2024) was an American chef.[3][4] In 2010, he won the Bocuse d'Or USA.[5][6] Kent and his commis Tom Allan went on to represent the U.S. at the international finals of Bocuse d'Or the following year,[7][8][9][10][11] in Lyon, France, where they placed tenth.[12]

Career

Early career

Kent started his culinary career at the age of 15 as a summer apprentice at Bouley. After completing school, he worked in various New York restaurants such as Babbo, Jean-Georges, and Gordon Ramsay.[13]

Eleven Madison Park

In 2007, Kent joined Eleven Madison Park originally as a line cook but soon became sous chef,[14] and eventually chef de cuisine.[15][16] It was during this time Eleven Madison Park went to three Michelin stars, received four stars from the New York Times[17], and a spot on the San Pellegrino list of the World's 50 Best Restaurants.[18][19]

NoMad

Kent joined The NoMad in the fall of 2013 as executive chef.[20] Later that year, the restaurant received its first Michelin star.[16] He departed in 2017 to pursue his first solo project.[21]

Saga and Crown Shy

Kent operated the restaurants Crown Shy and Saga, which are both located at 70 Pine St. in New York City.[3][4] As of 2023, Crown Shy holds one star from the Michelin Guide, while Saga holds two stars.[22][23] He was also Partner and Executive Chef at Overstory, a bar located one floor above Saga.[24][25]

Death

James died in New York on June 15, 2024, at the age of 45.[26] The cause of death was a heart attack.[1][27]

Awards and distinctions

In winning the Bocuse d'Or USA contest arranged at the Hyde Park campus of the Culinary Institute of America on February 6, 2010, Kent prepared for the fish dish Scottish "Label Rouge" salmon pavé with leeks, Osetra caviar and Sauce Fumet Blanc, garnished with roulade with Alaskan king crab, relish of cucumber and Meyer lemon, chilled mousse with tartare and roe, pickled heirloom beets with crème fraiche, dill and black pepper. For the meat dish Kent served spring lamb with bacon wrapped saddle with piquillo peppers and provençale herbes, vol-au-vent of braised gigot with sweetbreads and preserved lemon, zucchini with Lynnhaven chèvre frais and mint, tart of tomato confit with basil, niçoise olives and fromage blanc.[6][7][8][9][11]

Personal life

Kent is survived by wife, Kelly, and two children, son Gavin and daughter Avery.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c d Walcott, Escher (June 16, 2024). "James Kent N.Y.C. Chef of Saga and Crown Shy, Dead at 45: 'Heartbroken'". People. Archived from the original on June 17, 2024. Retrieved June 16, 2024.
  2. ^ a b "Hospitality Career Paths - James Kent". Archived from the original on 2023-02-07. Retrieved 2024-06-16.
  3. ^ a b "How a Master Chef Runs a Critically-Acclaimed Restaurant on Top of a NYC Skyscraper — Mise En Place". March 26, 2022. Archived from the original on January 17, 2023. Retrieved January 17, 2023 – via YouTube.
  4. ^ a b Dalal, Avery (March 26, 2022). "At NYC's Saga, Chef James Kent's Tasting Menu Features Seven Courses and Inspiration from His Heritage". Eater. Archived from the original on January 17, 2023. Retrieved January 17, 2023.
  5. ^ Lee-Adrian, Jenny, Poughkeepsie Journal (February 7, 2010). NYC sous chef wins Bocuse d'Or USA
  6. ^ a b Weiss, Jan, Dine Magazine (February 6, 2010). James Kent Wins Bocuse d’Or USA Archived February 11, 2010, at the Wayback Machine
  7. ^ a b Fox, Nick, The New York Times: Diner's Journal (February 6, 2010). Eleven Madison Park Chef Will Compete at Bocuse d’Or Archived 2010-02-10 at the Wayback Machine
  8. ^ a b Gallagher, Aileen, New York Magazine: Grub Street (February 7, 2010). New Yorker Will Represent U.S. at Bocuse d'Or Archived 2010-02-10 at the Wayback Machine
  9. ^ a b Thorn, Bret, Nation's Restaurant News (February 7, 2010). James Kent to lead U.S. Bocuse d'Or team Archived 2010-02-10 at the Wayback Machine
  10. ^ Leventhal, Ben NBCNewYork.com (February 8, 2010). Eleven Madison Park Chef Tapped to Represent USA at Bocuse d'Or Archived 2024-06-17 at the Wayback Machine
  11. ^ a b Lawinski, Jennifer, Slashfood.com (February 8, 2010). James Kent to Head Team U.S.A. at Bocuse d'Or Archived 2010-02-12 at the Wayback Machine
  12. ^ The Huffington Post (January 26, 2011). Scandinavian Sweep At Bocuse d'Or, Team USA Uses White House Honey Archived 2011-01-28 at the Wayback Machine
  13. ^ "New Jersey Wine & Food Festival". Archived from the original on 2023-12-10. Retrieved 2023-12-10.
  14. ^ "SLIDE SHOW: Bocuse d'Or event draws big names". Nation's Restaurant News. 2010-02-09. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  15. ^ "The Culinary Community Remembers Chef James Kent". Food & Wine. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  16. ^ a b "James Kent". The 12th Annual New Jersey WINE and FOOD FESTIVAL. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  17. ^ Bruni, Frank (2009-08-12). "A Daring Rise to the Top". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  18. ^ "World's 50 best restaurants 2010: the full list". The Guardian. 2010-04-26. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  19. ^ Colapinto, John (2012-09-03). "Check, Please". The New Yorker. ISSN 0028-792X. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  20. ^ NomadAdmin (2013-10-22). "James Kent Is The New Executive Chef at The NoMad". Experience NoMad. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  21. ^ Tishgart, Sierra (2017-03-14). "Two of New York's Most Notable Chefs Are Leaving Their Restaurants". Grub Street. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  22. ^ "Michelin Guide Honors the Finest Dining in New York". Michelin North America, Inc. Archived from the original on October 7, 2022. Retrieved October 8, 2022.
  23. ^ Fortunes, Luke; Sutton, Ryan (October 6, 2022). "Michelin Announces 2022 Stars for New York City". Eater NY. Archived from the original on October 7, 2022. Retrieved October 8, 2022.
  24. ^ "Overstory | the World's 50 Best Bars 2023". Archived from the original on 2023-12-10. Retrieved 2023-12-10.
  25. ^ Traub, Alex (2024-06-16). "James Kent, Chef Who Was Building a Restaurant Empire, Dies at 45". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Archived from the original on 2024-06-17. Retrieved 2024-06-17.
  26. ^ McCart, Melissa (June 15, 2024). "James Kent, One of New York's Most Celebrated Chefs, Has Died". Eater NY. Archived from the original on June 17, 2024. Retrieved June 16, 2024.
  27. ^ Vaidyanathan, Vaishnavi (June 16, 2024). "James Kent, NYC Chef And Crown Shy Owner, Dies". Times Now. Archived from the original on June 17, 2024. Retrieved June 16, 2024.
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