# Byron Gomez

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The Celebrity Chef

In this episode of Jagcast, Kiana talks about Byron Gomez, a celebrity chef who came to America (undocumented) from Costa Rica.

March 6, 2023: Issues shaping Denver’s mayoral race; Top Chef’s Costa Rican culture and cuisine

Housing, homelessness and crime are key issues for the 17 candidates in Denver’s mayoral race. The election is April 4 with a probable runoff in June. Then, should Colorado create a COVID-19 memorial? Plus, Chef Byron Gomez of Pollo Tico brings Costa Rican flavor to Boulder. And, the reason some of…

June 30, 2023: How big can hail get?; Ruling clears way for businesses to refuse service

Colorado weather has felt like an assault, from a metro Denver tornado to flooded roads to heavy hail. Then, the US Supreme Court rules Colorado cannot force a business owner to design wedding websites for same-sex couples. Plus, a Colorado Wonders question about a work of art in the Ellie Caulkins…

Byron Gomez, 2025 Hot List Honoree

Chef Byron Gomez, a 2025 Food Network Hot List honoree, shares his incredible journey from his childhood in Costa Rica to building a career in some of the most prestigious Michelin-starred kitchens in New York, including Eleven Madison Park during its historic reign as the world’s best restaurant. …

Tinfoil Swans Is Serving Up Season 3: April 8, 2025

The award-winning Tinfoil Swans podcast from Food & Wine is back on April 8. We're bringing you even more intimate, informative, surprising, and uplifting interviews with the biggest names in the culinary industry and beyond, sharing never-before-heard stories about the successes, struggles, and fo…

Byron Gomez and the American Dream

Byron Gomez and his family arrived in the United States from Costa Rica when he was eight years old, and he was in for the shock of his young life. He spoke Spanish at home, he'd never seen snow or even a winter coat, and he had to find his place in a world that didn't always want him there. But a…

From Burger King to Michelin Star: The BRUTAL Truth About Success with Byron Gomez

In today's episode, we chat with Byron Gomez, executive chef of Denver's Michelin-starred BRUTØ and the first Costa Rican chef to earn this prestigious recognition. Byron opens up about the brutal truth behind his rise from fast food to fine dining, detailing how 23 years of unwavering commitment t…

Encore: Byron Gomez and the American Dream

Byron Gomez and his family arrived in the United States from Costa Rica when he was eight years old, and he was in for the shock of his young life. He spoke Spanish at home, had never seen snow or even a winter coat, and had to find his place in a world that didn't always want him there. But at age…

The First Costa Rican Michelin Star: Byron Gomez’s Journey at BRUTØ

In this episode of Taqueando, Bill Esparza sits down with Chef Byron Gomez, executive chef of Bruto in Denver, Colorado, the Michelin-starred restaurant redefining modern Costa Rican cuisine in America. Gomez, who made national waves on Top Chef and trained at some of the world’s most influential k…

Byron Gomez on Burger King Beginnings, Life After Top Chef, and Meeting Michelin Expectations!!

Top Chef alum and Michelin star chef Byron Gomez of BRUTØ joins us to talk about his path from fast food roots to the world of fine dining. Plus, we discuss: Skipping culinary school and whether or not it’s a prerequisite to success as a chef Completing the “culinary treble” at three o…