Curtis Duffy

Curtis Duffy is a renowned American chef and restaurateur who is celebrated for his artistry and ingredient-driven menus. He owns and operates the esteemed Ever Restaurant Group in Chicago and has garnered international acclaim, with Ever earning two Michelin stars and his previous venture, Grace, earning three Michelin stars from 2015 to 2018.

Duffy has been honored with Forbes Travel Guide’s Five-Star rating, Triple A's Five-Diamond rating, and the James Beard Foundation’s Best Chef, Great Lakes Award in 2016. Recently, he was honored as one of the top 50 most influential figures in fine dining by the Robb Report.

Chef Duffy's captivating journey is chronicled in the acclaimed documentary “For Grace,” highlighting his rise from adversity to culinary greatness.

In addition to his culinary pursuits, Duffy is deeply committed to giving back to the community. He sits on the advisory board of the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts, where a $25,000 scholarship in his name is awarded. Duffy’s past charitable efforts have included volunteering and serving as chef chair for the Grand Chefs Gala, a fundraiser for the Greater Illinois Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. He also participates in Chicago's Banchet Awards.

In 2022, Duffy and business partner, Michael Muser, expanded their group and opened After, a dinner and cocktail lounge, and The Canvas by Ever, a high-end event space. Both places are located next door to Ever and have already received high praise.