David Montanez is an accomplished chef who began learning his craft in his grandmother’s kitchen. He took his passion and those early skills to build a career across America at upscale restaurants, including in New York City, New Jersey, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Florida. His work has included high-profile celebrity clients and tours of duty with renowned chefs such as Todd English, Mario Batali, and Emeril Lagasse. He served in senior positions at English’s Blue Zoo and at Lagasse’s eponymous Emeril’s, both in Orlando, FL. Prior to Sancerre, he was an integral member of the Food Network team for 20 years.