Quito-born, Kentucky-based Chef Paula Endara is a James Beard Foundation Bootcamp alum celebrated for pioneering Bluegrass- and Latin-inspired cuisine. She leads Granddam and Lost Palm at The Manchester in Lexington, emphasizing community-centric sourcing and sustainability. Featured on Top Chef Season 22, her elegant yet adventurous cooking bridges Ecuadorian roots with innovative, locally sourced ingredients, making her a vibrant voice in today’s culinary scene.