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Prominent Chef Says Viral Influencer Scandal Ruined Career And Family, Slams TikToker For Poor Research

Two-time James Beard nominee, Chef Luke Sung, 52, who has been forced to shutter his San Francisco restaurant, has given his first interview since a falling out with micro influencer Karla Marcotte.

Marcotte posted a video on TikTok on July 23, recounting her experience at wine bar, Kis Cafe, after attending for a preplanned collaboration.

Sung, however, was not aware of the arrangement and Marcotte claimed she overheard him questioning his front-of-house colleague about her before belittling her at her table.

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