“What a loss,” he said.“Naomi was a wonderful person as well as a great chef and businesswoman.

“Her influence went well beyond Portland; she helped us become leaders and known for our great food.”“She will be greatly missed.”

Pomeroy was a prominent figure in the Oregon culinary scene. She made a name for herself in Portland after opening her first restaurant, Beast, in 2007. Two years later, she was recognized as one of Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs.

In 2013, she and her husband launched a Portland cocktail bar named Expatriate. The following year, she received a James Beard Award for Best Chef: Northwest and Pacific.

Pomeroy appeared on Iron Chef as well as Top Chef Masters, while she also served as guest judge on Top Chef in seasons 10, 15, and 18.

Following Naomi Pomeroy’s death, the show and its network, Bravo, released a statement on X, expressing their condolences.

The Bravo and Top Chef family send our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Chef Naomi Pomeroy. Naomi was a powerhouse chef who made an indelible mark on the culinary industry.”

May she rest in peace.