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Carla Hall is an American chef, television personality, and author recognized for her appearances on Top Chef and as a co-host on ABC’s The Chew. She has published cookbooks focused on Southern cuisine with global influences.

Hall began her culinary career after working as a model, gaining national attention as a contestant on Top Chef and Top Chef: All-Stars. Her work on The Chew solidified her position in the culinary world, contributing recipes and culinary insights. She authored cookbooks including Cooking with Love: Comfort Food That Hugs You and Carla Hall’s Soul Food: Everyday and Celebration.

Hall collaborated with Tom Colicchio on Top Chef and worked with Mario Batali and Michael Symon on The Chew. She also appeared with Padma Lakshmi on Top Chef and contributed to Oprah Winfrey‘s O, The Oprah Magazine. Hall worked with Marcus Samuelsson on culinary projects and participated in events with Andrew Zimmern. Additionally, she collaborated with Gail Simmons on Top Chef and shared platforms with Anthony Bourdain during her time on the show.