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July 29, 2022 / 2:01 PM / Essentials
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The best refrigerators in 2022 include some of the best new refrigerator features. We've found refrigerators from top-rated brands such as Samsung, LG and more, all loaded with tech that goes above and beyond just chilling your produce and freezing your leftovers. 
Top products in this article:
Samsung Bespoke 4-door French door refrigerator (full depth), $2,299 (regularly $3,114)
Samsung smart side-by-side refrigerator with Family Hub, $1,799 (reduced from $2,166)
LG stainless counter-depth French door refrigerator, $2,599 (reduced from $2,804)
It's 2022. Your refrigerator doesn't just have to be a kitchen appliance. Thanks to the best new refrigerator features, your refrigerator can be a tech hub that searches for recipes, plans meals, controls your thermostat, sends photos and messages, streams music and more. Many of our best refrigerator picks can be customized to your specifications, including drawer size, shelf spacing, temperature and appliance color. Some of these refrigerators will even let you customize the size and shape of your ice.
Sticking to a budget? Many of these top-rated refrigerator picks are on sale now. No matter if you're searching for a smart refrigerator, french-door refrigerator, double-door refrigerator, freezer refrigerator, or a refrigerator that can make craft ice, we've found a refrigerator for you.
Use this as your 2022 refrigerator buying guide. Keep reading to shop the best new refrigerator features in 2022. 
This 27.3-cubic-foot Samsung touchscreen refrigerator with Family Hub is fingerprint-resistant. It includes an in-door ice maker, plus all-around cooling and multi-vent technology for even air circulation.
Samsung's touch-screen refrigerators all feature Samsung's Family Hub touchscreen, with Amazon's Alexa voice assistant built-in. The smart-fridge component can control your phone, computer, TV, smart doorbell, Nest thermostat and Samsung home appliances. It can share photos, stream music and more. The Family Hub feature lets you see inside your fridge from anywhere (via your connected device), search recipes based on what you have on hand, plan weekly meals and even send cooking instructions to your Samsung smart oven.
Samsung smart side-by-side refrigerator with Family Hub, $1,799 (regularly $2,166)
Best Buy is offering the same deal on this Samsung fridge. A Best Buy customer described the refrigerator as a "high-tech appliance for the modern home." 
"Very roomy and user friendly," the buyer said. "I was able to set up the hub, upload photos and customize the screen right from the fridge. The stainless steel matches my other appliances by Samsung (range/air fryer)."
Samsung smart side-by-side refrigerator with Family Hub, $1,799 (reduced from $2,166)
This 23-cubic-foot Samsung refrigerator features a beverage center that gives you water in two ways: You can choose from an internal dispenser, or you can use the built-in pitcher that automatically refills. There's even an option to infuse a flavor.
"This design is brilliant," wrote a customer on the Samsung site. "Opening it at a 90-degree angle is all you need to do everything that you need. It's completely flat which makes opening it to the wall so much easier (if you notice a lot of fridges are domed at the front which does not give you space to open door against the wall)."
Samsung smart 4-door Flex refrigerator with Family Hub (counter depth), $3,599 (regularly $4,699)
Samsung smart 4-door Flex refrigerator with Family Hub (full depth), $3,599 (regularly $4,599)
This full-depth Samsung refrigerator lets you control your smart appliances and devices straight from your fridge door via Samsung's Family Hub. It boasts 26.5 cubic feet of storage.
The fingerprint-resistant refrigerator features a full-width bottom drawer big enough to hold party platters, beverages and more. The Samsung kitchen appliance includes an external filtered-water-and-ice dispenser, as well as all-around cooling and multi-vent technology to maintain even air circulation on every shelf. 
Samsung large capacity 3-door French door refrigerator with Family Hub, $3,099 (regularly $3,499)
This 29-cubic-foot Samsung appliance comes with an auto-fill water pitcher, as well as Samsung's Dual Auto Ice Maker, which dispenses either regular ice cubes or bite-sized frozen bits. The fridge is totally customizable: Individual drawers can be set to specific temperatures. Even the refrigerator's exterior can be customized with changeable door panels.
Both the full-depth and counter-depth versions of this refrigerator are on sale for the same price. The button below is for the full-depth refrigerator. 
Samsung Bespoke 4-door French door refrigerator (full depth), $2,299 (regularly $3,114)
The refrigerator is also available for a sale price now at Best Buy. "The fridge is a great addition to our kitchen," wrote a customer who purchased the Samsung fridge from Best Buy. "...When we had people over for a birthday party, the middle drawer changed to allow us to hold drinks and snacks. People kept asking us about it." 
Samsung Bespoke 4-door French door refrigerator (full depth), $2,300 (reduced from $2,970)
This slim, 11.4-cubic-foot refrigerator is suitable for a small space, or for anyone who wants to add a second fridge or freezer to a kitchen or garage. Run the appliance at fridge or freezer temperatures. Choose from finishes in white, gray or navy glass. 
This fridge comes with a 100-day, risk-free trial. Delivery is free when you order directly from Samsung. 
Samsung Bespoke Flex Column refrigerator, $999 (reduced from $1,400)
This ultra-large capacity LG smart refrigerator measures 26.2-cubic feet. It works with LG's ThinQ app, and features an external ice and water dispenser.
LG stainless French door refrigerator, $2,499 (reduced from $3,097)
This 22.1-cubic-foot-capacity LG smart refrigerator features a smart cooling system that maintains different temperatures in different refrigerator drawers and compartments. The fridge features an external ice and water dispenser.
Download LG's ThinQ app to control the kitchen appliance via your compatible phone or device. 
LG stainless counter-depth French door refrigerator, $2,599 (reduced from $2,804)
This 10.1-cubic-foot LG refrigerator is a great option for smaller spaces. It includes two full-glass shelves, five storage bins and one crisper bin. 
The refrigerator features LG's Multi-Air Flow Freshness System, which monitors and maintains temperature conditions to help keep food fresh. 
LG refrigerator with bottom freezer, $1,050 (reduced from $1,200)
This 22.8-cubic-foot refrigerator is brushed with fingerprint-resistant stainless steel. 
The LG refrigerator has an internal ice maker. It includes four split shelves, hybrid-cantilevered shelves and six tempered-glass shelves. It features specialized vent placement to ensure all areas of your fridge are evenly cooled.
LG French door counter-depth refrigerator, $1,749 (reduced from $2,089)
This Bosch 500 series refrigerator includes Bosch's QuickIce Pro System, an ice maker widely regarded as the fastest for fridges. The QuickIce Pro System includes Bosch's UltraClarityPro water filter.
This high-tech refrigerator can be remotely controlled with the Bosch Home Connect app. Change your refrigerator's temperature, adjust its lighting and run diagnostics.
(Looking for a different size, or more affordable refrigerator? See more of our picks for the best refrigerators.)
Bosch 500 series 36" stainless steel French door bottom mount refrigerator, $3,199
This Bosch refrigerator features two humidity-controlled compartments, a bar for flexible cold-drink storage, five adjustable tempered glass shelves and three one-gallon door bins. It has an internal water dispenser and an internal ice maker. 
This high-tech refrigerator can be remotely controlled with the Bosch Home Connect app. Change your refrigerator's temperature, adjust its lighting and run diagnostics.
Bosch 800 series 36" smart four-door French door refrigerator, $3,699
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Fire safety tips after string of Greater Columbus fires this summer - The Columbus Dispatch

After three fires over the past two weeks in Greater Columbus caused seven deaths, including those of three children, the Columbus Division of Fire is urging residents to do everything they can to stay safe. 
Battalion Chief Jeff Geitter said there are several things people can do to prevent a house fire, and one of the most important is to make sure smoke detectors are working and are kept up to date.
According to the National Fire Protection Association, working smoke detectors cut the risk of dying in a home fire in half. Home smoke alarms should be installed in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area and on every floor, including the basement. Detectors more than 10 years old probably should be replaced.
The city of Columbus offers free smoke detectors to residents and will install them. Those who are interested should call the smoke alarm hotline at 614-724-0935. This program is only open to the owner of the property and is not available to renters.
Non-Columbus residents can call 1-844-207-4509 to be connected with the American Red Cross for assistance in obtaining smoke detectors.
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Geitter said the recent string of deadly house and apartment fires is "bizarre." 
"We (the fire department) are sitting down to explore, 'Is there anything we haven't thought of that could prevent what's happening?'" he said.  
In the meantime, here are some other fire safety tips from Geitter and the National Fire Protection Association:
Geitter said parents should keep kids away from items that are flammable, such as matches, lighters and fireworks. He also said people should not store gas cans and oily rags in the house. 
It's important to watch children and pets when they are around candles, heaters and open flames to avoid accidents that turn into dangerous situations, Battalion Chief Steve Martin told The Dispatch earlier this year. 
The kitchen is where nearly half of all home fires start, and unattended cooking is the leading cause of home cooking fires, Susan McKelvey, spokesperson for the National Fire Protection Association, told The Dispatch in 2020. 
 "We’re all multitasking, and it's easy to get distracted, especially if you have young children home from school who actively need help," she said.
Frying food, in particular, deserves undivided attention, McKelvey said.
"A lot of cooking fires involve frying," she said. "If you need to leave the cooking area when frying, it’s best to turn off the heat. And if you’re baking or cooking in the oven, you should use a timer" to make sure the food isn't forgotten and burned.
During the winter, keep fixed and portable space heaters at least three feet from anything that can burn. Turn off heaters when you leave the room or go to sleep.
The National Fire Protection Association also recommends that fireplaces and flues be checked once a year to make sure they are operating properly. 
Geitter said families should have a home escape plan in place and practice it from time to time. He said people should have multiple exit routes in mind if the front door is blocked or is inaccessible due to fire and smoke. 
"Just be aware of what are your potential options to exit the premises if your normal way is not feasible," he said. 
And if there is a fire, stay low to the ground, Geitter said. 
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The Columbus Division of Fire offers tips on creating a home escape plan, as well as information on many other home fire safety topics, at firepreventionweek.columbus.gov.
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A garden with a front seat to our nation's history - Charleston Gazette-Mail

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Marta McDowell’s “All the President’s Gardens, Madison’s Cabbages to Kennedy’s Roses — How the White House Grounds Have Grown with America” is full of information on the gardens at the White House in Washington, D.C.

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Marta McDowell’s “All the President’s Gardens, Madison’s Cabbages to Kennedy’s Roses — How the White House Grounds Have Grown with America” is full of information on the gardens at the White House in Washington, D.C.
Independence Day is a movie, a day off, a reason to fire up the grill, and most importantly, a day to celebrate our nation’s independence.
The Declaration of Independence was signed in July 1776, declaring the “United Colonies of North America” free and independent states.
The White House has been home to every president since John Adams, our nation’s second president. And it has always had a garden.
Let me be upfront, I am not a history buff, and I have never walked the White House gardens from the inside. Yet, I am intrigued by how the grounds and gardens have changed over the last 200 years.
As first residences of the new construction, Presidents Adams and Jefferson, having just cut ties with a monarchy, were advised by William Thornton, a Washington city commissioner, “Avoid palaces and gardens of palaces. If you build a palace with gardens I will find you a king.”
This explains why, although an avid gardener, Jefferson did little to build extensive gardens at the president’s residence. He experimented and gardened at Monticello, his private residence.
While living at the White House, he did what all gardeners do — he created a way to garden through windowsill boxes, and plant stands around his study. He even kept a few garden tools near his desk.
President James Madison planted trees for privacy. Sugar maples, tulip trees, English walnut as well as evergreens. It is also under Madison that the first documented vegetable garden was planted at the presidential residence.
In the 1890s, under the supervision of head gardener Henry Pfister, a series of glass conservatories were built. There was a fern house, violet house, two rose houses, and a propagation house. Other houses were filled with tables of forced bulbs such as hyacinth and lilies.
These glass houses were temperature-controlled and had electric lighting. A vast improvement from Jefferson’s window gardens, where glass offered little barrier from the cold and the indoor temperature varied from room to room.
Pfister was the presidential gardener for over thirty years through the presidencies of Hayes, Garfield, Arthur, Harrison, Cleveland (twice), McKinley and Roosevelt.
During Theodore Roosevelt’s time, the residence would undergo transformative construction, and the conservatories were dismantled to make space for what would become the West Wing.
The plants were carelessly moved to other spaces, and Pfister was dismissed.
The gardens were redesigned during Woodrow Wilson’s term, and in 1918 during World War I, a herd of sheep grazed the South Lawn to keep the grass short. This was to show support for troops overseas and a clever way to handle the labor shortage.
The sheep wool was auctioned for charity and raised $52,000 for the Red Cross.
During President Truman’s term, the inside of the residency received much-needed repairs. Missing his front porch, it was during these renovations that the Truman Balcony was built, overlooking the South Portico. The lawn was also used to land helicopters.
President Kennedy enlisted Bunny Mellon, a well-known horticulturist and landscape designer, to work with landscape architect Perry Wheeler. This duo is credited with the modern-day design of the Rose Garden.
At the request of Jackie Kennedy, Bunny also reworked the East Garden to include a play area for small children. After President Kennedy’s assassination, Lady Bird Johnson renamed it the Jacqueline Kennedy Garden in the spring of 1965.
After being home to an exhibit of sculptures during the Clinton presidency and in need of new plantings, the Rose Garden was restored under President G.W. Bush.
President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama famously created the Kitchen Garden as part of the “Let’s Move” program.
The White House gardens have been the backdrop for many of the most significant moments in American history. Yet, it is a garden. It has evolved over the years to meet changing times and the needs of its people. In many ways, the White House grounds, minus the staff of caretakers and resources, is the same as the gardens we tend in our own “White Houses.”
Much of the research for this piece comes from “All the Presidents’ Gardens, Madison’s Cabbages to Kennedy’s Roses — How the White House Grounds Have Grown with America,” by Marta McDowell.
Jane Powell is a longtime West Virginia University Extension Service master gardener through the Kanawha County chapter. She is the communications director for a community foundation and a volunteer with several nonprofits in the community. Find her blog, “Gardening in Pearls,” at gardeninginpearls.com. You can contact her at janeellenpowell@aol.com.
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‘Hell’s Kitchen’ Season 21 Pits 20-Somethings Against 40-Somethings - Showbiz Junkies

Fox’s Hell’s Kitchen is switching things up with the culinary competition’s upcoming 21st season. The new season is dubbed “Battle of the Ages” and will mark the first time the contestants have been divided up by age.
Season 21 will find 20-somethings battling 40-somethings in the kitchen, with executive chefs, sous chefs, line cooks, and head chefs competing to impress host and judge Gordon Ramsay. The new season is set to premiere on Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 8pm ET/PT.
BLUE TEAM “40-Somethings”
ABE
City: Crowby, TX
Occupation: Executive Chef
ALEX
City: Murfreesboro, TN
Occupation: Former Restaurant Owner
BILLY
City: Melbourne, FL
Occupation: Head Chef
CHARLENE
City: Worland, WY
Occupation: Private Chef
MINDY
City: Liberty Township, OH
Occupation: Caterer
NICOLE
City: Los Angeles, CA
Occupation: Private Chef
O’SHAY
City: New Castle, DE
Occupation: Executive Chef
TARA
City: Congers, NY
Occupation: Private Chef/ Caterer
ZEUS
City: Milford, DE
Occupation: Executive Chef

RED TEAM “20-Somethings”
ALEJANDRO
City: Barberton, OH
Occupation: Executive Chef
ALYSSA
City: Chicago, IL
Occupation: Line Cook
BRETT
City: Dublin, OH
Occupation: Executive Chef
CHEYENNE
City: Louisville, KY
Occupation: Sous Chef
DAFNE
City: Los Angeles, CA
Occupation: Executive Chef
ILEANA
City: Gloucester, VA
Occupation: Sous Chef
SAKARI
City: New York, NY
Occupation: Pop-Up Chef
SOMMER
City: Brooklyn. NY
Occupation: Lead Line Cook
VLAD
City: Chicago, IL
Occupation: Sous Chef



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The Best Chef Shoes to Help You Power Through Long Shifts - Saveur

Say goodbye to aches and pains, and hello to support and comfort.
By Micki Wagner | Published Jul 28, 2022 4:37 PM
While professional chefs spend hours on their feet every day, a home cook is probably not putting in as many miles in the kitchen. Regardless, a supportive pair of shoes is a good investment— and they don’t just have to be clogs. Whether they’re boots, running shoes, or well-loved Danskos or Birkenstocks, there are lots of great options on the market, though the shoes you select should be the pair that best suits your needs, both in and out of the kitchen. 
“Chefs should wear what they want; it’s a personal choice,” says Andrew Zimmern, chef and judge on Netflix’s Iron Chef: Quest for an Iron Legend. “If you only have to hop in a kitchen for a few days a month, your requirements are different than if you are working 10 hours a day or more in a hot room with slippery floors, surrounded by sharp objects, 500-degree ovens, heavy crates, scalding water, steamers, and fryers.” 
Though shoes can be exceptionally personal, for chefs who regularly work long hours in restaurant kitchens, there are options that will provide better slip-resistance, comfort, support, and be better able to endure hot liquids spilling and/or sharp objects falling. In other words, safety is the top priority here, and according to Dr. Sarah Haller, a New Jersey-based podiatrist and star of TLC’s My Feet Are Killing Me, shoes that have lug soles are preferred. 
With all of this mind, we went in search of the best chef shoes. Read on for the top footwear recommendations from chefs and Dr. Haller.
Material: cork and leather | Color Options: available in two colors | Style: slip-on
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Why we chose it: A classic chef shoe loved for its comfort and support during long shifts. 
“My go-to shoe, especially for long hours in the kitchen,” says Michelle Chan, chef de cuisine at Mister French in New York City. “They’re so comfortable, and I especially love the way they form to the contour of my foot over time.” This is also why Dr. Haller loves Birkenstocks—the cork base and the leather upper expand naturally, providing ultimate comfort. They’re also supportive because of the cork. Dr. Haller says it absorbs impact and, over time, forms to your foot, effectively giving you a custom sole, which is a big part of what makes them one of the best chef shoes on the market right now. That being said, they are on the expensive side, and they are flatter than a boot or a running shoe, which Nicole Brisson, executive chef of Brezza and Bar Zazu in Las Vegas’ Resorts World, points out can make it difficult to reach the pass if you’re on the shorter side.
Material: canvas and rubber | Color Options: available in 9 colors and patterns  | Style: slip-on
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Why we chose it: Funky slip-ons preferred by chefs for their value and ability to go beyond the kitchen.
A favorite shoe amongst skaters, Vans make for great chef shoes for similar reasons. They are comfortable, water- and slip-resistant, and they work well in many different scenarios. As if all that isn’t enough, they’re also very affordable without slacking on quality. “You can’t beat the price point,” says Brett Riley, executive chef of Maya in Charleston, S.C. “The other chef shoes I used in the past were very expensive and didn’t really last longer. While working in New York City, I found myself having to travel around the city through the course of my day, so I got very accustomed to having something with a little more street sensibility.” Much like Birkenstocks, though, these are also flat, which might not be ideal for every chef.
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Material: suede, synthetic suede, and French terry | Color Options: available in two colors | Style: sneaker
Why we chose it: A durable running shoe that provides lightweight support.  
While most chefs’ first choice doesn’t appear to be running shoes, these are a great alternative to the traditional clogs and slip-ons worn in the kitchen. According to Dr. Haller, running shoes like this also provide great support. “Running shoes have a higher heel, which means you’re going to put less pressure at the back of your heel, thereby alleviating pain in your Achilles, which goes up to your knee, which goes up to your back. Therefore, you get the lumbar support, as opposed to when you have a Birkenstock, which is flatter,” she says. Olivier Palazzo, executive chef at Foragers Table in New York City, loves these shoes for how lightweight and comfortable they are. The only real downside is that they can be a little pricey, and fabric shoes don’t protect against hot liquids that could slosh onto your feet.
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Material: leather and wood | Color Options: available in 10 colors | Style: closed-toe sandal
Why we chose it: A stylish option that doesn’t slack on support. 
“I like a clog with a small heel, and these are by far my favorite,” says Kelsey Barnard Clark, chef and owner of Dothan, Alabama’s KBC and author of Southern Grit. “I purchased this pair years ago and loved them so much that I immediately went back and ordered three more.” Apart from being fashionable, Barnard Clark also loves them because the heel helps take some of the pressure off her knees. “Not to mention I’ve always felt more confident and generally more badass in a heel so I consider this an all-around win,” she says. And while the straps are made from 100 percent leather and are nice quality, these are also sandals, which means that part of your feet will be vulnerable to spills and falling sharp utensils. But for the chef who might not spend as much time in a restaurant kitchen as they do at events, hosting cooking shows, being a private chef, or testing recipes for a cookbook – this pair is a great option.
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Material: leather and rubber | Color Options: available in three colors for women and two for men | Style: clog
Why we chose it: A reliable set of clogs that feel good on and offer great protection for your feet.
Danskos are beloved by chefs for their comfort and utility. They’re slip-resistant and waterproof, with a padded instep collar for added comfort. Dr. Haller loves them for their support and protection. “Danskos provide a supportive upper end  that protects your foot, especially if you’re working with cutting utensils.” As much as these shoes are a favorite amongst chefs (and medical personnel), they also cost a pretty penny and are said to scuff pretty easily. 
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Material: leather and suede | Color Options: available in dark olive, but other styles offer more color options | Style: boot
Why we chose it: A dependable boot offering ankle support and slip resistance as well as a little bit of style.
“If you are working in a fast-paced, serious kitchen, you need a true work shoe with incredible support, a no-skid, no-slip sole, shoes that are stain resistant, ankle-high, and are made to stand up to serious wear and tear. Sneakers won’t cut it; neither will Birkenstocks or clogs (ankle breakers). I wear all of them when I am doing one-off cookery. But in day-to-day environments, I like Blundstone boots,” says Zimmern. If clogs and sneakers aren’t for you, then this boot just might be. They’re comfortable, durable, slip-resistant, and waterproof. They are the shoe of choice for Gabe McMackin, executive chef and culinary creative director at Troutbeck in New York, as well as Leonard Botello IV, owner and pitmaster of Truth BBQ in Texas. “Blundstones are great because they are non-slip, and therefore, great for the kitchen and a tougher environment like the pit room that is operating around 125 degrees,” Botello says. Though they are loved by chefs, they can get a bit pricey, not unlike many of the shoes on this list, and when ordering, the sizing appears to be hard to hack, often running too small for some customers, though some reported theirs were too big. That being said, Blundstone does suggest ordering half a size up if you want a wide fit. 
You might be surprised to find that Crocs didn’t make it into our top picks. This is because, while some chefs do love their Crocs, the shoes were specifically called out by Dr. Haller for their lack of support, the fact that some models have holes in the top, which would not protect the wearer against hot oil spills, and the potential for hot liquids to burn right through the rubber. As well, one chef mentioned that he stopped wearing Crocs because it hurt his back. So because of this, we chose not to feature Crocs.
Another runner up is Air Jordans. Scott Conant, chef and owner of The Americano in Scottsdale, Ariz., and Atlanta, and Jamal James Kent, chef and partner at SAGA, Overstory, and Crown Shy in New York City, both said they wear Jordans in their kitchens, in part because it allows them to show off their style. “I’m a native New Yorker, and sneaker culture has always been a part of the fabric of the city,” Kent says. “At a restaurant like Crown Shy, where we play dope music and have Biggie Smalls on the wall, wearing cool sneakers fits who we are as a restaurant. I also wear a chef coat, an apron, and a pair of black pants every day, so mixing up my sneakers allows me to show some personality in my uniform.” We chose not to feature them in our list for two reasons: 1) because we don’t believe that they are necessarily better in terms of support and durability than a running shoe would be for long hours in the kitchen, and 2) because there are so many styles to choose from that we couldn’t possibly choose just one to recommend, since part of the fun of wearing them is showing off your own style.
It’s also worth mentioning that one chef—Chris Cryer, executive chef at Peak in New York City—recommended Doc Martens. “I’ve been wearing Doc Martens in the kitchen for years. I have found them to be truly timeless—both in caliber and style. They are tough, durable, and a high-quality shoe. There is always a great feeling buying a fresh pair, and an even greater feeling breaking them in in the kitchen.” Because more chefs recommended Blundstone Boots, we went with those for best boots, but given how highly rated they are, Doc Martens are also worth mentioning as being a good choice for chef shoes.
We spoke to 12 chefs and a podiatrist to get recommendations for best chef shoes. We made our selections based on these recommendations and the insights they gave us, such as shoes needing to be both water- and oil-resistant, slip-resistant, comfortable, and able to support a chef’s back and knees.
“The number one thing for any chef is going to be non-slip,” says Dr. Haller. Kitchens can have water, hot liquids and grease spilled onto a tile floor, so making sure your shoes are slip-resistant is incredibly important, so as to prevent chefs from falling and getting injured. 
In general, Dr. Haller recommends a rubber-sole shoe for slip resistance and a leather upper so that hot spills won’t burn through the shoe, and also to protect against falling knives, so they won’t cut through the fabric into your foot. 
“Aside from a sharp knife, proper shoes are one of the most important things to have in a professional kitchen,” says Carolyn Nguyen, chef and owner of Philadelphia’s Revolution Taco. “I put functionality before looks. My kitchen shoes must feel comfortable and be easy to slip on and off to provide breathing room, non-slip, and be easy to clean.” 
Along with slip resistance, comfort is an important factor when chefs are considering their shoes. Part of what contributes to comfort is how well a shoe can support a chef who has foot, knee and/or back pain. As Dr. Haller says, it all radiates up. As well, many of the chefs we spoke to don’t use insoles, so having a comfortable sole already in your shoe that can support, and even conform to your foot, like Birkenstocks, is significant. Maneet Chauhan, founder and president of Nashville’s Morph Hospitality Group and a judge on Food Network’s Chopped, also notes that she picks shoes that are a half size larger, so as to be more comfortable in them. 
At the end of a long shift, you don’t want a shoe that’s going to be a hassle to clean, and according to Dr. Haller, chefs should be cleaning both the outside and the inside of their shoes on a regular basis, so as to prevent fungus from growing inside the shoe and bacteria (such as E. Coli) from being tracked around your restaurant and your house. So, a rubber and/or leather shoe will typically be easier to clean than a cloth-based shoe. 
Chefs wear specific shoes for two reasons: 1) because they spend so much time on their feet working and 2) because of the specific dangers present in a kitchen. Because of these factors, they need shoes that will help keep them safe at work and keep them from experiencing the aches and pains brought on by running around a kitchen all day. 
Scrub them with soap and hot water, Dr. Haller says. This will help kill off bacteria. She recommends using a bristle brush to clean the exterior of the shoe, particularly the bottom. But don’t ignore the inside of your shoes. Dr. Haller says to take out the insole and spray the inside with an antibacterial spray.  
Yes! Many of the chefs we spoke with believe that restaurant workers should wear footwear that is similar to or the same as chefs’. “We’re all roughly working the same hours, on our feet, on the same grounds. Everyone in the kitchen should be treated as equals, and so should their feet,” says Barnard Clark.  
If you work long hours in a kitchen, it’s worth springing for a durable, slip-resistant, water- and oil-resistant shoe that will protect your feet from spills and sharp utensils. Clogs and slip-ons tend to be the preference of many chefs, but ultimately, the shoes you pick need to be the ones that work best for your needs, whether that’s supporting your back and knees during long shifts or being able to easily and comfortably run around town as well as your kitchen. 
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