Karen Martini

Karen Martini (born 22 September 1971) is an Australian chef, restaurateur, writer and television presenter.

Martini was born in Greensborough, Victoria[1] and is now living in Melbourne who began cooking at a young age.

At 15 she undertook work experience including under veteran French-Australian chef Jacques Reymond, before learning classical skills from Tansy Good at her eponymous restaurant in Melbourne.

She is best known for her television role as food chef on Better Homes and Gardens and Judge on My Kitchen Rules.

On 23 January 2024, Martini announced that she would be leaving Better Homes and Gardens to move onto new projects and opportunities