James Chatto Title: Contributing Writer Location: Toronto, Ontario Expertise: Writing and editing, wine, restaurant criticism Experience James Chatto is a James Beard Award–nominated food writer, among many other vocations and avocations. James was born in London and made a name for himself as a singer and saxophonist, a short story writer, a film and West End musical theater actor, a vintner and an olive farmer in rural Greece before beginning his career as a food writer in Toronto. James has been a columnist and editor at Toronto Life, Enroute and the Liquor Control Board of Ontario’s magazine Food & Drink. His books include The Man Who Ate Toronto, A Matter of Taste and The Seducer’s Cookbook, and he has contributed to many other cookbooks, including The Eating Well Cookbook. He is national culinary advisor and head judge for Canada’s Great Kitchen Party as well as co-founder and head judge of the Canadian Culinary Championships. James is currently a puppetmaker and editor of the menswear magazine Harry. About EatingWell EatingWell, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, has been publishing award-winning journalism about food, nutrition and sustainability since 1990. Our mission is to share flavor-packed recipes from around the world, celebrating fresh ingredients and the farmers, artisans and chefs who bring them to our table. Through science-backed nutrition advice and smart stories about sustainability, we help readers live their best lives. Learn more about us and our editorial process.