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Megan Meza | |
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| Born | April 14, 1990 San Diego, California, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Duke University (BSc) International Culinary Center |
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| Known for | Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars |
| Website | holabandida |
Megan Meza (born April 14, 1990) is an American businesswoman and television personality. She appeared on the reality television series, Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars . [1] [2] [3] [4]
Meza was born on April 14, 1990 in San Diego, California. She attended Duke University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in political science and a minor in Environmental Science and Policy. In 2016, Megan Meza studied Culinary Techniques at the International Culinary Center for one year. [4] [5]
Megan Meza has been the CEO founder at Bandida in New York City since August 2019. Bandida manufactures the dairy-free Horchata Cold Brew Coffee which is made from a creamy blend of rice, coconut and cashew milk with notes of cinnamon, vanilla, as well as a touch of sweetness. She was the associate director of engagement planning, and customer experience lead at Ogilvy & Mather, an advertising agency. [4] [6]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2023 | Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars | Herself - Contestant | 7 episodes |
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