Maricel Gentile is the culinary guide home cooks have been waiting for-inviting them on a journey through the vibrant heart of Filipino and Asian cuisine with warmth, confidence, and soul. A celebrated chef, author, and founder of Maricel's Kitchen, she helps everyday cooks overcome the fear of "getting it wrong" in the kitchen by showing them how to bring authentic Asian dishes to life-with ease, joy, and heart.
Born in Manila and raised in her Lola's kitchen, Maricel blends the storytelling style of Ina Garten with the realness of Anthony Bourdain and the precision of Gordon Ramsay. She's not just cooking-she's connecting. Her unique story arc-from her Lola's kitchen in Manila, to the front-of-house in Manhattan's top restaurants, to launching her own culinary destination in New Jersey-makes her relatable, inspiring, and TV-ready.
With appearances on the Food Network, PBS, and Hulu, Maricel is a trusted voice in Filipino and Asian cuisine. She is a Chef Ambassador for K-Seafood, and her culinary reach spans Filipino, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Cantonese, and Vietnamese cooking. Through her book, Maricel's Simply Asian Cookbook, and her viral culinary experiences, she's building an army of home cooks hungry for cultural connection through food.
Maricel brings energy, laughter, and heart to every scene. Whether she's teaching how to make Lumpia, demystifying Ube, or roasting Lechon belly, she does more than teach a recipe-she invites the audience into her world.
The opportunity? Maricel isn't just ready for a show-she is the show. With her charisma, cultural depth, and gift for connection, she's poised to be the next breakout food star. Give her a platform, and she'll bring the world to the table.
