Chef Gorji

An engineer-turned-chef, Gorji passionately blends science and Old World "hot and cold" theories, creating unexpected ways to combine ingredients. As back-to-back champion of the famed Texas Steak Cook-Off his winning dish was steak with pomegranates!

As chef-owner of Gorji restaurant in Dallas, TX for 18 years, he specializes in his signature New Mediterranean Cuisine, championship steak and sustainable seafood.

In an industry where bigger is better, Gorji focuses on purposefully creating a smaller, quality dining experience at Gorji. It has only five-tables and ground breaking restaurant philosophies – there are no televisions, they do not turn tables, do not seat young children and is the only tip-free fine dining restaurant in Texas.

Often going against the grain of traditional culinary practices, he likes shorter cooking times, uses few spices and very little or no sugar. He adds flavor and boldness with ingredients such as pomegranates, sumac, and barberries.

He brings these same philosophies to his award-winning Gorji Gourmet sauce line for home cooks. It includes Arrabiata Diavolo, Puttanesca and Pomodoro pasta sauces, Pomegranate Vinaigrette and Dipping Oil/ Marinade.