Chef Tom Gray

Tom Gray grew up in Jacksonville, Florida and graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. Professional experience in New York, Los Angeles, and Napa Valley informed his full-circle approach to his craft, prioritizing sustainability, recycling, and eco-friendly practices.

With two James Beard: Best Chef South nominations and countless other awards to his name, Gray continues to innovate in the kitchen as the Chef/Owner of Prati Italia and Town Hall restaurants in Jacksonville. Gray is also the co-owner of CuliVinoTM, a restaurant management and consulting firm he founded with his wife and business partner, Sarah Marie Johnston and business partner Chef Albert Fuentes.