Thomas McNaughton: Biography, Facts and Career

Thomas McNaughton (born October 9, 1983) is an American chef, restaurateur, and cookbook writer. He is the co-chef and co-founder behind Flour + Water Hospitality Group which operates Flour + Water, Penny Roma, Flour + Water Pasta Shop, and Flour + Water Pizzeria in San Francisco, California. Thomas involvement with local farmers’ markets for the last 15+ years has enabled him to develop close relationships with various producers in the Bay Area. He has been especially dedicated to Foodwise, (formerly CUESA). These relationships are showcased across the hyper-seasonal menus at the group's restaurants. Thomas has been nominated three years in a row by the James Beard Foundation for the Rising Star Chef of the Year Award (2011, 2010, 2013). In 2011, Forbes featured Thomas as one of 30 under 30 most influential personalities in the food and beverage world. In 2012, Thomas represented the 1920s in Food & Wine’s ‘American Icons at Every Age feature. That same year, Food & Wine Magazine named him one of the 10 ‘Empire Builders’.

Quick facts about Thomas McNaughton

• Full name: Thomas McNaughton
• Born: 1983-10-09
• Nationality: United States
• Known as: Chef
• Wikidata ID: Q15040577

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