White House chef retires

Cristeta Comerford has officially retired as the White House executive chef after 29 years of service, making her mark as the first woman and person of color to hold the position. Appointed in 2005 by First Lady Laura Bush, Comerford served five presidents, providing everything from family meals to state dinners, and was highly regarded for her warmth and creativity in the kitchen. Jill Biden expressed deep gratitude for her dedication, stating, 'food is love,' emphasizing the impact of her culinary work on both the first families and staff. Comerford, born in Manila, immigrated to the U.S. at 23 and trained in French culinary techniques, later competing against 450 chefs for her role. With her retirement, Comerford leaves behind a legacy of breaking barriers and nurturing through her culinary art.