Last Tuesday night's episode of "Chopped" on Food Network wasn't just another round of timed culinary battles—it was a moment of triumph for Georgia's own Chelsia Green-Ogletree. The 2025 Georgia Grown Executive Chef and owner of Her Majesty's Kitchen & Catering claimed the top prize in a special "Superhero Chef" edition of the show that celebrated chefs who are making significant contributions in their communities. Known for her soulful Southern cuisine, Green-Ogletree also serves as the Executive Chef at St. Joseph's Catholic School in Macon, bringing her craft to the plates of students with a focus on healthy and diverse meal options, according to the Georgia Department of Agriculture.
Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper was quoted expressing accolades for Green-Ogletree's accomplishments, "Chef Chelsia did an incredible job representing Georgia Grown and the entire State of Georgia on last week’s episode of Chopped," emphasizing the pride her victory instilled in the local food scene, as reported by the Georgia Department of Agriculture. Her win is not just a personal achievement but also a testament to Georgia's culinary arts and commitment to community upliftment.
The Georgia Grown Executive Chef Program works to connect chefs like Green-Ogletree with Georgian farmers, food producers, and the Georgia Department of Agriculture. This initiative, in collaboration with the Georgia Restaurant Association, aims to foster a farm-to-table ethos that showcases the best of the state's fresh, local ingredients. Green-Ogletree's presence and victory on "Chopped" serves as a spotlight for this mission, bringing national attention to Georgia's diverse culinary landscape.
The roster of the 2025 class of Georgia Grown Executive Chefs is nothing short of impressive. Joining Green-Ogletree in promoting Georgia's agricultural bounty through their culinary endeavors are chefs Joey Ward, Georgia Boy & Southern Belle in Atlanta; Carlos Granderson, Southern National in Atlanta; Alan Byers, The Deer and the Dove in Decatur; Jamie Keating, EPIC Restaurants in Columbus; Woolery “Woody” Beck, Table & Main in Roswell; and Joshua Sweeney, Sincere Fare in Atlanta. Each selected for their unique contributions, these chefs represent the creative and conscientious spirit that drives the state's food industry forward, as stated by the Georgia Department of Agriculture.
