05/22/2026
This win? Truly Next Level 🎉
Congratulations to Chef Darian Bryan () of Bratt’s Hill on winning Season 5 of Next Level Chef!
Throughout the competition, Darian represented Buffalo on a national stage with creativity, heart, and incredible talent, pairing vibrant Jamaican cuisine with an inspiring personal story.
Along with the title, Darian earned a $250,000 prize and a yearlong mentorship from judges Gordon Ramsay, Richard Blais, and Nyesha Arrington. 👏
Darian’s journey from Jamaica to Buffalo, and now to national champion, makes this accomplishment even more special. We’re proud to celebrate this well-deserved achievement and excited to see what’s next for Darian and his wife, Jessica Bryan, including the opening of their new restaurant, Reserve Steakhouse, later this year! 🦬
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