11/13/2023 05:00:00 AMErnest “Ernie” Sgaglione, a Brooklyn native and culinary expert, has been deeply rooted in the food service industry since his humble beginnings at the age of 15, washing pots in a local restaurant. His talent and passion for food quickly caught the attention of others, propelling him to work alongside seasoned chefs and eventually pursue a career in culinary arts.Office of the President