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Chef Daniel Humm Marks Two Decades at Eleven Madison Park with New Projects and Artistic Collaborations

publication · 2026-03-26

Daniel Humm, chef of the three-Michelin-starred restaurant Eleven Madison Park, is celebrating his 20th year leading the establishment. This milestone coincides with several new initiatives, including the release of his children's book 'Daniel's Dream,' a pop-up collaboration with The Charleston Place in South Carolina, and the opening of The Studio, an intimate dining counter within Clemente Bar. Humm, who co-founded the nonprofit Rethink Food and serves as a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador, views hospitality as a cultural practice. His restaurants and home feature works by contemporary artists, and he continues to engage with the art world through collecting and collaborations. Recent projects reflect his philosophy of constant reinvention and growth.

Key facts

  • Daniel Humm has led Eleven Madison Park for 20 years, earning three Michelin stars.
  • He recently released a children's book titled 'Daniel's Dream,' inspired by his childhood.
  • A year-long pop-up partnership with The Charleston Place in Charleston, South Carolina, launched.
  • The Studio, a small tasting counter, opened inside Clemente Bar, featuring a residency by sushi chef Eiji Ichimura.
  • Humm co-founded Rethink Food, a nonprofit addressing food system equity, and is a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador.

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  • New York
  • Charleston
  • Lima
  • Paris
  • West Village

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