His culinary journey began early on, spending countless hours in the kitchen alongside the incredible women in his family. It was there that he honed his culinary skills, crafting flavors that would later leave a mark on Houston's food scene. 

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During his college years, he became a loyal Food Network aficionado, tirelessly experimenting with new recipes and welcoming anyone willing to savor his creations. 

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After a dedicated stint in the army, Courtney made the life-changing decision to attend The Art Institute of Houston, further refining his self-taught culinary expertise. 

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Fast forward to 2017, a pivotal year for Chef Courtney. He and his wife embarked on a vegan journey, not just as a dietary choice, but as a culinary revolution. What began as an effort to support his wife's vegan lifestyle soon transformed into a remarkable odyssey. Chef Courtney unleashed his creativity, crafting unbelievably flavorful vegan cuisine that Houston had never seen before. 

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With three thriving food trucks, seven signature sauces, a beloved vegan food store, and a bustling breakfast restaurant, Courtney's vegan creations have delighted taste buds from all corners of the country. His culinary talents even earned him the honor of cooking for pop sensation Lizzo and vegan influencer extraordinaire, Tabitha Brown, who couldn't get enough of his Hot Honey Shrooms & Grits. 

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Chef Courtney's impact on the Houston food scene knows no bounds, and he's just getting started. With a multitude of tantalizing concepts in the works, his culinary journey is far from over. 

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Catch him in action on Food Network's "Alex VS America" episode, taking on the "No Meat Challenge" with flair and flavor. 

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Join Chef Courtney on a culinary adventure that's as heartwarming as it is mouthwatering, and discover why his food has captured the hearts (and stomachs) of Houston and beyond.