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Featured Voice · Highlight 02

Garrick “G” Ogburn

Greer's Market — Mobile, AL

Classically trained chef and sommelier — Le Cordon Bleu-trained, leading Nourish Cafe's organic, nutrient-dense cooking and wine programs across Mobile and Baldwin counties.

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Le Cordon Bleu to Mobile

Chef Garrick Ogburn trained at Le Cordon Bleu and became a key figure in Mobile, Alabama's food and wine scene. He leads Nourish Cafe, focused on organic, nutrient-dense meals, private catering, and personalized culinary experiences across Mobile and Baldwin counties.

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The wine list as a business

Beyond the kitchen, Garrick manages wine programs and pairings — the quiet, margin-defining work of the hospitality trade that rarely gets discussed on a stage. It's the kind of operational detail AEF's room was built to surface.

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Feeding the community

He's known for connecting fine dining with the community through events, education, and volunteer work, including efforts with organizations like World Central Kitchen — proof that a food business can anchor more than a menu.

Why They’re In The Room

The operator's seat — Mobile's food and wine economy, run from the kitchen.