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Deborah VanTrece is an award-winning chef, restaurateur, author, and television personality whose work has helped redefine modern soul food on a national stage. She is the visionary behind Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours, a Michelin-recommended restaurant in West Midtown Atlanta that has earned widespread acclaim for its elevated, globally inspired approach to Southern cuisine.

At Twisted Soul, Chef VanTrece seamlessly blends the traditions of soul food with flavors and techniques influenced by her international travels. The result is a dining experience that is both deeply rooted in heritage and boldly innovative, earning recognition from the Michelin Guide, being named to The New York Times' list of the 25 Best Restaurants in Atlanta, and contributing to her distinction as a James Beard Foundation semifinalist. Her work has also been celebrated across major media platforms, solidifying Twisted Soul as a cornerstone of Atlanta's culinary scene.

Expanding on her vision, Chef VanTrece opened Oreatha's at The Point, a concept inspired by her mother and rooted in comfort, nostalgia, and community. While Twisted Soul offers a more refined dining experience, Oreatha's brings a warm, approachable energy, serving soulful, flavor-driven dishes designed to feel both familiar and meaningful. Beyond the kitchen, Chef VanTrece is the author of The Twisted Soul Cookbook: Modern Soul Food with Global Flavors, a critically acclaimed cookbook that further showcases her signature style. She has also appeared on national television, including the Food Network and the Cooking Channel, sharing her culinary perspective with a broader audience and bringing greater visibility to modern soul food. Through her restaurants, media presence, and culinary storytelling, Chef Deborah VanTrece continues to push the culture forward, honoring tradition while shaping the future of American cuisine.