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Chef Ambassador Nina Compton

Nina Compton

Chef & Owner of Compère Lapin and Bywater American Bistro

Nina Compton was born and raised in St. Lucia. She grew up with the flavors and beauty of the Caribbean and pursued her career in the United States. She graduated from America’s finest culinary school and developed skills that allowed her to be an award-winning chef and restauranteur. She is the chef/owner of Compère Lapin in New Orleans’ Warehouse District. Nina also has a second restaurant venture, Bywater American Bistro (BABs), located in New Orleans’ “Sliver by the River” Bywater neighborhood.

Since opening Compère Lapin, the restaurant has received critical acclaim awards including Eater National's "Best Restaurants in America 2017", a rave review in The New York Times. At Compère Lapin, the talented toque creates robust dishes that meld the flavors of her Caribbean upbringing and love for French and Italian cuisine, while highlighting the Gulf and Louisiana’s beautiful indigenous ingredients

Nina is the winner of the 2018 James Beard Award “Best Chef: South” and one of Food & Wine magazine’s "Best New Chefs 2017".

"All-Clad is my go-to cookware. When cooking, not only do I like to use the freshest ingredients, but I also like to make sure I am using high-quality kitchen equipment because it's what sets the foundation for a good meal. I know that I can rely on this brand to provide sturdy and durable cookware.”

- NINA COMPTON

All-Clad Must Haves

These are the pieces Chef Nina Compton told us she can’t live without, both at home and in her restaurant kitchens.

Exclusive Recipes

Signature dishes developed by Nina Compton using her favorite All-Clad cookware of course.

Chef Nina Compton’s Holiday Table

Merging some Southern elements with my own elevated touch, I crafted a meal that honors both heritage and my own style of cooking.

Blackened Pork Chop with Corn and Tomato Salad

Indulge in a harmonious melody of creole delights. Let the sizzling cast iron cajun-style pork chop take you on a mouthwatering journey.

Pan Seared Snapper

with Okra and Tomato Broth

This recipe is ideal for entertaining at home - it has so many layers of flavors, but is deceptively quick and easy to prepare.

Restaurants

If in the area, stop by to enjoy some of Nina's culinary delights at any of her restaurants