"Top Chef: Chicago" - Season 4

Manuel

Age: 33

Hometown: Laredo, Texas – currently resides in New York, NY

Profession: Executive Chef, Dos Caminos

Culinary Education: B.A. in Business Administration from St. Mary's University of San Antonio, Texas; A.O.S, New England Culinary Institute, Montpelier, Vermont

Favorite Simple Summer Recipe: Crispy soft shell crabs with charred ramp vinaigrette