Candice Kumai is a 14-time award winning writer, classically trained chef, and journalist.

Candice has written seven books, which reached bestseller lists and were translated across the world.

Candice is a regular contributor on the TODAY Show and is the former Editor-At-Large at Shape and Men’s Journal. Candice has written for Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Bon Appétit, Yoga Journal, Men’s Health, Women’s Health, Well + Good, and has contributed to Forbes, Chopra, Goop, WSJ, New York Times Travel, Conde Nast Traveler, Good Morning America, NHK World and more. A Top Chef & Selena + Chef alumna, Candice has appeared as a regular judge on Iron Chef America & Beat Bobby Flay.

She directs, writes, hosts and produces shows, content and award-winning documentaries with her production company, Kirei Media. Candice also hosts the weekly, top ranked Podcast Wabi Sabi. She works in wellness, beauty and cooking alongside celebrities like Anne Hathaway, Dan Levy and Selena Gomez. She is an ambassador for global brands like Shiseido & Ito En.

Candice contributes a majority of her time to non-profit work in animal rescue and feeding the hungry.

Follow Candice @CandiceKumai on social media and on YouTube. Sign up for her newsletter for all current updates. Candice resides in Brooklyn, New York.

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