
CHEF DAN JACOBS
Chef Dan Jacobs is the co-owner and executive chef of Milwaukee’s acclaimed restaurants DanDan and EsterEv. A James Beard Award nominee, Dan is celebrated not only for his innovative take on Chinese-American cuisine but also for his deep commitment to community and advocacy. Diagnosed with Kennedy’s Disease, a rare neuromuscular disorder, Dan continues to break boundaries in the culinary world while championing accessibility and inclusion in the industry. He gained national recognition on Top Chef: Wisconsin, where his creativity, resilience, and heart left a lasting impact.