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Whether you want to learn how to cook from the world’s best chefs or you just want to be entertained, Twitter can help you do all of this from the comfort of your home or from your mobile phone. Check out our 25 favorite chefs and foodies to follow on Twitter. And after you’ve read our list, add your own favorites by leaving a comment.

1. Robert Danhi

From the Twitter bio:

“Award winning Author of Southeast Asian Flavors and still obsessed with Asian culture, live in LA and SE Asia.

Educator at heart.”

Why you should follow him:

Chef Robert Danhi brings his lifelong obsession for Southeast Asian cuisine to Twitter. With more than 20 years of experience in the industry, he’s a chef, author, educator, and consultant who always has something of interest to say.

2. Fabio Viviani

From the Twitter bio:

“I am Italian 100%, i am a Chef and i am planning to take over this country, one steak at the time. And i have a Turlte that i love more than anything !!!!”

Why you should follow him:

Those who watch Top Chef remember this fan favorite contestant. He’s still the kind, charming chef everyone came to love during his stint on the cooking competition reality TV show. The LA chef recently went back to his old stomping grounds at Café Firenze in Moorpark.

3. Rick Bayless

From the Twitter bio:

“Chef/Owner of Frontera Grill, Cookbook Author, Host of Mexico-One Plate at a Time”

Why you should follow him:

This award-winning chef-restaurateur, cookbook author, and TV personality has played a major role in bringing authentic Mexican cuisine to America. He Tweets regularly, so you’re sure to learn something new by following him.

4. Carrie Kommers

From the Twitter bio:

“Head of dineLA program, eater, drinker, writer, marketer of all things culinary”

Why you should follow her:

Want to keep up with the Los Angeles food scene? The dineLA Twitter feed has everything you need to know about the area’s hottest restaurants and most important chefs.

5. John-Bryan Hopkins

From the Twitter bio:

“Twitter’s @ShortyAwards winning Food~Fact~Tweeter Guaranteed to pepper your day with fun food facts! Impress others with your food knowledge!”

Why you should follow him:

With well over 200,000 followers, Foodimentary is one of the most popular foodies on Twitter. Hopkins’ feed contains food trivia and general info on food culture. It’s a must follow!

6. Maureen Evans

From the Twitter bio:

“Tiny recipes serving 3-4, condensed by @Maureen, author of the Eat Tweet cookbook. Complete glossary: cookbookglossary.pbwiki.com”

Why you should follow her:

Every day, Chef Maureen Evans shares great recipes in 140 characters or less. It’s innovative, useful, and fun to follow. Check out this example recipe she just Tweeted:” Whisky Apples: Boil2c h2o&sug; +4c slicdapple/cinnstick. Simmr4m; rmv apple to 4 8oz jars. Boil syrup 5m; +½c whisky. Fill jars; boil5m.”

7. Austin Szu

From the Twitter bio:

“Pastry Cook at Westside Tavern in LA. I believe Cook with simplicity, cook with elegance”

Why you should follow him:

You might not have heard of Chef Austin Szu yet, but this up and coming pastry chef has an impressive resume and a promising future. He’s worked at many acclaimed Orange County restaurants, and he looks to open his own establishments in the future.

8. Jamie Lauren

From the Twitter bio:

“i eat and cook things”

Why you should follow her:

She’s another fan favorite from Bravo’s Top Chef. Chef Jamie Lauren, the tattooed chef from the Bay Area, is a force to be reckoned with in the industry. She is extremely talented and has a great personality.

9. Debbie Lee

From the Twitter bio:

“A little Korean… a little Country… all on one plate! Make sure to show your love for my mobile take on Korean Pub Grub @AhnJooLA!!!”

Why you should follow her:

This West Hollywood chef had a great run on The Next Food Network Star, and she still remains popular for her unique Korean/Southern dishes. Keep your eye on this rising star.

Who are some other great chefs and foodies you follow on Twitter? Share your favorites (or even your own profile links) by leaving a comment!