Amy Tobin

For over two decades, this well-known Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky culinary director has taught thousands of at-home chefs how doable dishes can gracefully move from casual family meals to elegant dinner parties. Amy’s trademark is her understanding that home cooks need simple and approachable recipes—but with a degree of style. Her passion for good food is matched by her passion for a comfortable but lively dining experience. She shares this experience with her listeners, delighting them in the satisfaction of food that is full of flavor and fun. 

As Creative and Culinary Director at New Riff Distilling, Amy turned her passion for food into passion for parties and events. She's developed a thriving private event program. Now she’s taken on the role of Director of Communications, poised to assist in the launch of New Riff’s flagship whiskies.

President of Amy Tobin & Company, a lifestyle consulting business founded in 2003, Amy has worked with some of the best-known brands in food, culinary education and lifestyle entertainment. Dole, The J.M. Smucker Company, Certified Angus Beef, Scharffen Berger Chocolate and Gold Star Chili are a few examples. Amy develops recipes and web content, conducts media and consumer presentations, and participates in ideation sessions. And she coordinates recipe photo shoots, including her role as a food stylist.

The author of Amy’s Table: Food for Family and Friends, Amy is a sought after public speaker. She shares her inspirational and motivational message based on her career successes—and failures.