Notable Media Appearances
I’ve been honored to share my story and vision for sustainable kitchens on stages, in the media, and with communities across the country.
Featured Press
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Chef Chris named as one of the Grist 50 Fixers
Chef Christopher Galarza is recognized as one of the top climate leaders to watch. The article spotlights his work as Founder of Forward Dining Solutions and Co-founder of EcoChef, especially his advocacy for all-electric kitchens and induction technology in commercial settings. It also mentions his push for legislation labeling gas stoves with health risks, and his 2023 book Understanding the Green Industrial Revolution, which argues that sustainability is both responsible and profitable for the hospitality industry.
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What the Potential Ban on Gas Stoves Means If You Have One
Chef Chris Galarza shares his firsthand experience switching his commercial kitchens to induction cooking through Forward Dining Solutions. He explains the benefits he’s seen — faster cooking, less cleaning, improved quality of life for staff, and even higher customer satisfaction — while weighing in on the growing debate over indoor air pollution, climate impacts, and potential regulation of gas stoves.
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Chasing Carbon Zero
Chef Christopher Galarza is recognized as one of the top climate leaders to watch. The article spotlights his work as Founder of Forward Dining Solutions and Co-founder of EcoChef, especially his advocacy for all-electric kitchens and induction technology in commercial settings. It also mentions his push for legislation labeling gas stoves with health risks, and his 2023 book Understanding the Green Industrial Revolution, which argues that sustainability is both responsible and profitable for the hospitality industry.
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‘I use it because it’s better’: why chefs are embracing the electric stove
Chef Chris Galarza is featured prominently as a leader in the shift to induction and all-electric kitchens. He shares his firsthand experiences on how electric cooking improves kitchen efficiency, reduces health risks, and supports a more sustainable future for the hospitality industry.
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Should you replace your gas stove with an induction cooktop? Here’s what you need to know.
Chef Chris Galarza is featured as a culinary expert on induction technology and sustainable kitchens. He explains the benefits of induction cooking for chefs and homeowners alike, from safety and efficiency to performance and climate impact.
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The great gas stove debate has been reignited
Chef Chris Galarza is featured as a leading voice in the conversation on the future of cooking. He shares his perspective on induction technology, the health and climate impacts of gas stoves, and why electrification is becoming a necessary step for both professional and home kitchens.
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The induction range may be a homeowner’s next big kitchen cooking upgrade
Chef Chris Galarza is featured as a chef and sustainability expert advocating for induction technology. He highlights why induction ranges are safer, more efficient, and a smarter long-term investment for both home cooks and the culinary industry.
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Professional chef shakes up the industry with new standards for commercial kitchens
Chef Chris Galarza is featured for his groundbreaking work creating EcoChef standards. The piece highlights his mission to electrify and decarbonize kitchens, establish professional accreditations, and certify equipment that meets sustainability benchmarks — setting a new path for the future of foodservice
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Gas or Electric? Talk of a Stove Ban Sparks Debate About Which Cooks Better
Chef Chris Galarza is featured as an expert voice on the transition to induction and all-electric cooking. He discusses how electric kitchens improve efficiency, safety, and working conditions, while also advancing sustainability in the culinary industry.
