Esther Choi, also known as Auntie Esther, is a chef, restaurateur, TV personality, and entrepreneur who is driven by her Korean roots and passion for food. She is the owner and lead chef of Mokbar and Ms.Yoo, two popular eateries in New York City that showcase the flavors and culture of Korea.
She has also appeared on several shows such as Beat Bobby Flay, Chopped, Worst Cooks in America, and Selena + Chef. In this article, we will explore her personal life, career, achievements, and more.
Early Life & Education
Esther Choi was born on November 20, 1985, in New York City, United States. She is of Korean descent, as her parents immigrated from Korea before she was born. She grew up in Egg Harbor, New Jersey, where she was exposed to Korean cuisine and culture through her grandmother, who was a major influence on her cooking style.
Her grandmother taught her how to improvise Korean dishes using local ingredients and herbs that she grew in her backyard. She also instilled in her the values of humility, love, and respect for food and people.
Esther Choi developed a love for food at a young age and got her first restaurant job at the age of 14. She enrolled in courses at New York City’s Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) to pursue her dream of becoming a chef. She also attended Rutgers University, where she studied business administration.
Family, Parents & Siblings
According to the web search results, Esther Choi’s parents were Korean immigrants who moved to New York City before she was born. She is of Korean descent and grew up in Egg Harbor, New Jersey. Her parents relocated to Korea for three years when she was a child so that she and her siblings could learn about and understand Korean culture.
Her grandmother was a major source of inspiration for her cooking style and recipes. She taught her how to improvise Korean dishes using local ingredients and herbs that she grew in her backyard. Esther Choi has a sister named Jennifer Choi, who is also her business partner.
Jennifer Choi is married to Danny Song and they have a son named Liam Theodore Song. Esther Choi is also married, but she has not revealed much information about her husband or children. She only refers to her husband as Jerry Choi on social media.
