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Carla Hall[edit]

Carla Hall is an American chef, television personality, and former model. She is best known for her appearances on the cooking competition show Top Chef and as a co-host on The Chew, a daytime talk show centered around food and lifestyle.

Early Life and Education[edit]

Carla Hall was born on May 12, 1964, in Nashville, Tennessee. She attended Howard University's School of Business, where she earned a degree in accounting. After graduation, Hall worked as a certified public accountant for two years before deciding to pursue a career in modeling, which took her to Paris, Milan, and London.

Culinary Career[edit]

Transition to Cooking[edit]

While in Europe, Hall developed a passion for cooking. Upon returning to the United States, she enrolled in L'Academie de Cuisine in Gaithersburg, Maryland, where she completed her culinary training. Hall then worked as a sous chef at the Henley Park Hotel in Washington, D.C., and later became the executive chef at the Washington Club.

Top Chef[edit]

Carla Hall gained national recognition as a contestant on the fifth season of Top Chef, where she became known for her warm personality and "cooking with love" philosophy. She finished as a finalist and returned for Top Chef: All-Stars, where she again reached the finals.

The Chew[edit]

In 2011, Hall became one of the co-hosts of The Chew on ABC, alongside Mario Batali, Clinton Kelly, Michael Symon, and Daphne Oz. The show focused on food-related topics and lifestyle tips, and Hall was known for her approachable cooking style and engaging personality.

Personal Life[edit]

Carla Hall is married to Matthew Lyons, and they have one stepson. She is known for her advocacy of healthy eating and often incorporates her Southern heritage into her cooking.

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 == Carla Hall ==
-{{Infobox person
+[[File:Carla Hall Oct 09.JPG|thumb|right|Carla Hall in October 2009]]
-| name = Carla Hall
-| image =
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-| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1964|5|12}}
-| birth_place = Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.
-| occupation = Chef, television personality
-| years_active = 2008–present
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-'''Carla Hall''' is an American chef and television personality. She was born on May 12, 1964, in Nashville, Tennessee. Hall is best known for her appearances on the cooking competition show ''[[Top Chef]]'' and as a co-host on the talk show ''[[The Chew]]''.
+'''Carla Hall''' is an American chef, television personality, and former model. She is best known for her appearances on the cooking competition show ''[[Top Chef]]'' and as a co-host on ''[[The Chew]]'', a daytime talk show centered around food and lifestyle.
 == Early Life and Education ==
+Carla Hall was born on May 12, 1964, in [[Nashville, Tennessee]]. She attended [[Howard University]]'s [[School of Business]], where she earned a degree in accounting. After graduation, Hall worked as a certified public accountant for two years before deciding to pursue a career in modeling, which took her to [[Paris]], [[Milan]], and [[London]].
-Hall grew up in Nashville, Tennessee, where she developed a passion for cooking from a young age. She attended [[Howard University]] in Washington, D.C., where she graduated with a degree in accounting.
+== Culinary Career ==
-== Career ==
+=== Transition to Cooking ===
+While in Europe, Hall developed a passion for cooking. Upon returning to the United States, she enrolled in [[L'Academie de Cuisine]] in [[Gaithersburg, Maryland]], where she completed her culinary training. Hall then worked as a sous chef at the Henley Park Hotel in [[Washington, D.C.]], and later became the executive chef at the [[Washington Club]].
-After working as an accountant for several years, Hall decided to pursue her true passion for cooking. She enrolled in L'Academie de Cuisine in Maryland and graduated with a culinary degree. She then worked in several restaurants in the Washington, D.C. area, honing her skills and gaining experience.
+=== Top Chef ===
+Carla Hall gained national recognition as a contestant on the fifth season of ''Top Chef'', where she became known for her warm personality and "cooking with love" philosophy. She finished as a finalist and returned for ''Top Chef: All-Stars'', where she again reached the finals.
-In 2008, Hall gained national recognition when she competed on the fifth season of ''Top Chef''. Although she did not win the competition, her talent and vibrant personality made her a fan favorite. This led to numerous opportunities in the culinary world.
+=== The Chew ===
+In 2011, Hall became one of the co-hosts of ''The Chew'' on [[ABC]], alongside [[Mario Batali]], [[Clinton Kelly]], [[Michael Symon]], and [[Daphne Oz]]. The show focused on food-related topics and lifestyle tips, and Hall was known for her approachable cooking style and engaging personality.
-Hall went on to become a co-host on the daytime talk show ''The Chew'', which aired from 2011 to 2018. On the show, she showcased her cooking skills and shared her love for food with a wide audience. She also published several cookbooks, including ''[[Carla Hall's Soul Food: Everyday and Celebration]]''.
 == Personal Life ==
+Carla Hall is married to Matthew Lyons, and they have one stepson. She is known for her advocacy of healthy eating and often incorporates her Southern heritage into her cooking.
-Hall is married to Matthew Lyons, and the couple resides in Washington, D.C. She is known for her infectious laughter and positive attitude, which have endeared her to fans around the world.
+== Related Pages ==
+* [[Top Chef]]
-== References ==
+* [[The Chew]]
+* [[Howard University]]
-{{Reflist}}
-[[Category:Chefs]]
+[[Category:American chefs]]
 [[Category:Television personalities]]
-[[Category:People from Nashville, Tennessee]]
+[[Category:1964 births]]
-[[Category:Howard University alumni]]
+[[Category:Living people]]