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Chef Meg Bickford
Commander’s Palace
1403 Washington Ave. New Orleans
CHEF MEG BICKFORD, THE EXECUTIVE CHEF OF Commander’s Palace in New Orleans, has woven the fabric of her Louisiana upbringing into a rich culinary career. Growing up in a large Louisiana family, her earliest years revolved around experiencing the cultural and culinary traditions of the region as her loved ones seemed to be endlessly cooking for family gatherings. From an early age, Meg learned food was not just a source of sustenance but the centerpiece of celebration and togetherness, and growing up in an environment where the power of food united people and created memories became a driving force in her determination to