Tre Wilcox

Chef-tainer hosting corporate team building events, cooking classes and in-home private dinners

Tre Wilcox is a renowned chef and entrepreneur based in Plano, Texas. He is the owner of Tre Wilcox Cooking Concepts, a culinary business that offers various services including corporate team building events, cooking classes, private dining experiences, and catering.1 2

Career Highlights

Tre Wilcox has an impressive culinary background:

He has been twice nominated for the "Rising Star Chef" award by the James Beard Foundation, often referred to as the "Oscars of the Food World".3 4
He gained national recognition through his appearances on television shows like Bravo's Top Chef (season 3 and All-Stars) and Food Network's Iron Chef America.4
He previously served as the chef de cuisine at Abacus in Dallas, where he earned a 5-star review.4
Wilcox was named Best Chef by the Dallas Morning News during his time as Executive Chef at Marquee Grill and Bar.2 4

Tre Wilcox Cooking Concepts

In March 2016, Wilcox founded Tre Wilcox Cooking Concepts, which offers:

A private venue for special events
Corporate team building cooking events
In-home private dining experiences
Couples cooking classes
Catering services2 5

The business combines state-of-the-art demonstration kitchens with the excitement of a network television studio, providing unique culinary experiences for guests.1

Philosophy and Approach

Wilcox is known for his "TRE" cooking philosophy, which stands for Techniques, Recipes, and Execution. He emphasizes using the best ingredients and incorporates knowledge gained from staging (working unpaid) in over 45 different restaurants worldwide.4

In addition to his culinary expertise, Wilcox is also passionate about fitness and healthy living. He has partnered with organizations like United Health Care, The American Heart Association, and Equinox Gym to promote healthy lifestyle choices.4