Rusty Hamlin, 42 (Atlanta, GA) - Rusty’s love of food started as a child, soaking up Cajun flavors in Louisiana. A Culinary Arts Institute of Louisiana graduate and a Georgia resident, Rusty’s cooking is rooted in Southern flavor.
As the Executive Chef for three-time GRAMMY Award-winning Zac Brown Band and Executive Chef and Owner of Atkins Park Restaurant in Smyrna, GA, Rusty truly does it all.
Rusty is known for his big-hearted personality and making those around him laugh and he is currently a finalist on season 13 of Food Network Star.