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Chef John Wayne Formica, born in Arizona and raised in Chicago’s Little Italy, draws inspiration from his rich Italian and Lebanese heritage. Trained at the Cooking & Hospitality Institute of Chicago, he holds an AA in Culinary Arts and is a certified apprentice in Neapolitan cuisine. John has opened over 20 restaurants globally and has worked for renowned establishments like Tao in Hollywood and a top-rated farm-to-table restaurant, Pico in Santa Barbara County. Recently, he returned to consulting, launching Crawford’s Social and Parque 1055 outside the Los Angeles area. His culinary creations blend authenticity with modern American flair, earning him accolades including Michelin recommendations. Now residing in Ojai, California, John enjoys life with his wife, Elizabeth, and their four boxer puppies, while pursuing outdoor adventures.
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