Manny Barella
Riot BBQ +
Top Chef alum

Manny Barella is an acclaimed Mexican-born chef celebrated for his refined, wood-fired approach to Mexican cuisine. Originally from Monterrey, Nuevo León, Manny began his professional journey in law school before embracing his lifelong passion for food. He trained at the Instituto Culinario and launched his culinary career in the U.S., working in prestigious kitchens such […]

Hosea Rosenberg
Blackbelly +
Top Chef alum

Hosea Rosenberg is the owner and executive chef of Blackbelly and Santo restaurants in Boulder. His menus highlight local, seasonal ingredients with an emphasis on responsible and sustainable sourcing. Hosea’s culinary path began while earning a degree in Engineering Physics at the University of Colorado. Cooking in restaurants began as a means to pay for […]