Donald Link

About the Author

Donald Link is a celebrated Louisiana chef and restaurateur whose passion for authentic Cajun cuisine has earned him national acclaim, including a James Beard Award for Best Chef: South. Born and raised in the heart of Cajun country, Link draws from his family's rustic traditions and the vibrant flavors of the bayou to create dishes that capture the soul of Louisiana's culinary heritage. In his debut cookbook, Real Cajun: Rustic Home Cooking from Donald Link's Louisiana, he shares over 100 recipes that blend bold spices, fresh seafood, and time-honored techniques, inviting home cooks to experience the unpretentious, hearty meals of his childhood. Through his restaurants like Cochon and Herbsaint in New Orleans, Link continues to champion sustainable, regional ingredients while preserving the cultural essence of Southern cooking.