Meet Eric Adjepong
Eric is a chef, restaurant owner, author and the host of Wildcard Kitchen and Alex vs. America.
Eric Adjepong Bio
Chef Eric Adjepong hosts Wildcard Kitchen and Alex vs. America on Food Network. He is a first-generation Ghanaian American who was born and raised in New York City. He's known for introducing West African cuisine to mainstream culinary conversation. After graduating with degrees in Culinary Arts & Nutrition from Johnson & Wales, Eric received his Master of Public Health in International Public Health & Nutrition from the University of Westminster in London. From there, he cooked in several Michelin-starred restaurants before taking his talents to Top Chef. He was a finalist on season sixteen and competed on Top Chef All-Stars. Now, viewers can catch him across Food Network, with appearances on Selena + Chef, Chopped, Guy’s Grocery Games, Supermarket Stakeout, Tournament of Champions and more. He has a longstanding commitment to organizations like Save the Children. Eric's restaurant, Elmina, opens in Washington D.C. in 2025. Learn more about Eric.
The Latest on Eric
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Eric Adjepong Honored His Father With a Drive-Thru-Inspired Onion Ring Recipe Jun 11, 2026
Eric dedicated his debut cookbook, "Ghana to the World," to his late father.
Interview: Chef Eric Adjepong Brings the Spice in His Cookbook 'Ghana to the World' May 29, 2026
Eric Adjepong brings us into his world of flavor and tradition — and showcases how your lineage is an added spice on the plate.
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Learn more about the Food Network chef — his family, upbringing, restaurant and more.
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