Roy Choi

About the Author

Roy Choi is a visionary chef and storyteller whose innovative approach to street food has redefined Los Angeles cuisine. Born and raised in the heart of L.A., Choi's journey from a troubled youth to culinary icon is chronicled in his memoir 'L.A. Son: My Life, My City, My Food,' where he blends personal anecdotes with recipes that capture the city's vibrant multicultural spirit. Famous for launching the Kogi BBQ food truck empire, which fused Korean-Mexican flavors and sparked a global food truck revolution, Choi continues to champion accessible, soulful eating through his restaurants and media projects. His work celebrates community, resilience, and the power of food to bridge divides, inspiring a new generation of chefs to embrace bold, boundary-pushing creativity.