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Eric LeVine, Executive Chef | Owner, 317 Mainstreet | Vice | The James Room | Stage 317
Chef Eric has made numerous repeat network appearances across Kelly Live, Fox and Friends NBC, ABC, CBS, Fox5, PIX11, and The Food Network where he became the 2011 Champion of Chopped, the network's highest rated show and also appeared on Beat Bobby Flay, Alex vs. America and soon to be more! Chef Eric also works closely with Family reach, American Cancer Society, Employment Horizons and Autism Speaks. Recipient of the RGI Who's Who in America Food & Beverage Who Exemplifies their Craft in American Cuisine 2018. Best restaurants on Long Island 2020 Newsday. 2021 Innovation Award, Restaurant Guild International. Chef Eric LeVine has recently been named 2023 and 2024 Best Chef Long Island, he has also won numerous awards in the catering world, Including the ICA Chef of the Year.