Chefs are one of my favorite subjects because they work long hard hours in pretty harsh conditions but still have the sensitivity to create dishes that not only taste good but are aesthetically pleasing. I've shot with Amar a few times even while the restaurant was under construction with Charlie Palmer. It was exciting to finally meet Mr. Palmer since I shot Aurele in Vegas some years back and had such a great experience.

Gjelina is one of your typical insider LA moments. I must have walked by three times before I could even find it. Travis Lett is a rock star chef in LA right now. I hate the term "rock star" but he honestly is. Not only does he look like he could be the 5th member of Kings of Leon but he's been included in fashion spreads in Vogue Magazine. Forget the Vogue and rock star title the guy is great. Just go, that's if you can get in.