Chef Owner Iverson Brownell

Born into a family of artists, Executive Chef Iverson Brownell treats an empty plate like a blank canvas. While he always showed a flair for painting and drawing, it wasn't until he began cooking as a teenager in South Carolina that he discovered his true creative gifts.

After graduating from Johnson & Wales University in Charleston, South Carolina, Chef Iverson headed West.

Chef Iverson spent four years as Executive Chef at Park City's The Viking Yurt, a remote gourmet restaurant reachable only by sleigh. Working in a completely open kitchen with no electricity or running water, Chef Iverson created such memorable experiences that his work was featured on The Discovery Channel, The Food Network, The Travel Channel, and The Today Show. During his tenure as Executive Chef at Southern Utah's acclaimed Café Diablo, Chef Iverson led the restaurant to several awards, including "Best Fare in the State," from Salt Lake Magazine.

During the 2004 Summer Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, Chef Iverson had the honor of serving as an Executive Chef for the USA House: the official hospitality venue for the United States Olympic Committee.

Beginning in the winter of 2005, Chef Iverson became a member of ESPN's "Offshore Adventures," the nation's most-watched outdoor show. He also continues to cokk on ESPN's "American Gun Dog," where he showcases his skill for cooking small game.

More than an experienced chef, Chef Iverson is also a masterful instructor. Rare within his trade, Chef Iverson has a confident but approachable demeanor. He is patient and shares his passion with ardent enthusiasm. Iverson has taught several cooking classes for the Atkins Nutritionals Corporation, top executives of Nike, Inc., and celebrities such as Lisa Kudrow, Peter Fonda, Chevy Chase, and Molly Sims.

Today, Chef Iverson owns and operates Iverson Catering in Park City, Utah. In his spare time, he enjoys skiing, mountain biking, and traveling.

Contact Iverson: iverson@iversoncatering.com