David Quintana
David Quintana
David Quintana is an experienced chef who has worked in numerous kitchens around the country. Currently, he oversees the kitchen at Dot Dot Dot, a renowned Charlotte speakeasy.
He is renowned for his inventive cuisine and creative use of unusual ingredients, and is also a member of the Piedmont Culinary Guild. Throughout his career, he has served as both teacher and mentor to many chefs.
Early Life and Education
David Quintana was born on September 8, 1978 in Grants, New Mexico to David and Mary Macias.
He was the first in his family to graduate high school and attend college at Johnson and Wales University, earning an associate’s degree in culinary arts.
As a young chef, Quintana was drawn to the culinary arts and the power of teamwork. He honed his abilities working as a dishwasher at Raintree Country Club in Waxhaw, NC before eventually working at a Michelin star restaurant.
David Quintana then relocated to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina where he served as chef instructor and lead designer of the culinary curriculum and campus restaurant. Renowned for his adventurous use of ingredients, david quntana is truly a master of all trades in the food world.
Professional Career
David Quintana has an extensive culinary career that includes working at a Michelin Star restaurant and teaching chef-driven college courses. His innovative use of ingredients and passion for culinary excellence have cemented him as one of the premier figures in both local and regional culinary circles.
He is currently the Executive Chef at Dot Dot Dot in Charlotte, NC and previously worked at Horry Georgetown Technical College in Myrtle Beach, SC where he modernized their culinary curriculum and campus restaurant.
On Monday, the New York Mets placed Quintana on the injured list with a stress fracture in his fifth rib. While he could potentially return to pitching soon, how long this absence will last remains uncertain.
Achievements and Honors
Recently, Quintana has been recognized for his accomplishments and honors. He was named a Kepler Mission Postdoctoral Research Scientist and received the Hispanic Engineer National Achievement Awards Conference’s Scientist of the Year award.
His accomplishments were also acknowledged by the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum, who presented him with a trophy in recognition of current achievement – an indication of excellence in aerospace science and technology.
Quintana was also recognized at Chapman University for his contributions to the campus community, receiving both the Four Pillars Award from Harold Hewitt, executive vice president and chief operating officer, as well as receiving both the University Advancement Award and Spirit Award. As a dedicated and beloved member of Chapman’s community, he will be missed by his family and friends.
Personal Life
David Quintana is an accomplished chef with a wealth of culinary expertise. His experiences range from working at Michelin-star restaurants to teaching chef-focused college courses.
He previously worked at a country club, where his kitchen staff encouraged him to be resourceful and innovative. Ultimately, he decided to enroll in culinary school and earned an associate’s degree in culinary arts.
After graduating, he was given the chance to help modernize Horry Georgetown Technical College’s culinary curriculum and campus restaurant. He eagerly accepted and moved with his family to Myrtle Beach, SC where he also helped form Piedmont Culinary Guild into an organization that serves all food industry segments. Upon returning home, he now leads the kitchen at Dot Dot Dot, a renowned speakeasy in Charlotte.
Net Worth
David quintana is a Spanish footballer best known as a goalkeeper for Manchester United and Spain’s national team. He is widely considered one of the world’s best goalkeepers and boasts an estimated net worth of $75 million dollars.
He has earned endorsement deals from Adidas and Pepsi Max, contributing to his growing net worth. Furthermore, his 14.1 million followers on Instagram provide him with a major boost in income.
He is an incredibly skilled goalkeeper, having won multiple trophies throughout his career. He is widely considered the best goalkeeper in the world.