Justin Cogley
Affiliation
Aubergine
California coastal cuisine with locally foraged and seasonal ingredients
i. Biography
Justin Cogley is the Executive Chef at Aubergine restaurant in L'Auberge Carmel, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, where he joined in January 2011 and oversees all culinary programs. Previously, he served as Chef de Cuisine for two years and worked four years total at Charlie Trotter’s in Chicago, followed by Executive Sous Chef at the Elysian Hotel’s kitchen opening. Under his leadership, Aubergine earned two Michelin stars in 2025, a five-star Forbes Travel Guide rating in 2014, Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence in 2014, Food & Wine Best New Chef in 2013, and James Beard Foundation nominations including Best Chef: West in 2015.
The Archive
Selected Works & Focus Areas
Focus 01
California coastal cuisine with locally foraged and seasonal ingredients
Focus 02
Eight-course tasting menus emphasizing unique flavors and textures
Focus 03
Former professional figure skater turned triathlete