Meltem Conant is a Turkish-born American public figure best known as the wife of celebrity chef Scott Conant. Born in Turkey, she holds Turkish nationality and is of Middle Eastern descent. Her date of birth, zodiac sign, and religious affiliation remain undisclosed, as she maintains a notably private personal life. While very little is known about her immediate family or early life, it is confirmed that she has parents and siblings, although their identities are also kept out of the public eye.
Meltem Conant has been married to Scott Conant since 2007. The wedding took place in Bodrum, Turkey, marking the beginning of their life together as a couple. They have since welcomed two daughters. Meltem is known to keep a low public profile, while her husband continues to capture the spotlight as a renowned television personality and chef. Contrary to some confusion, Scott Conant was not officially married to his former business partner Chris Cannon, although the two co-owned several restaurants together before parting ways after a professional dispute.
Meltem has chosen to maintain her privacy, avoiding public exposure and media interaction. Her quiet lifestyle sharply contrasts with her husband's high-profile career in the culinary and television worlds. Although she once worked as a teacher, Meltem has not publicly shared details about her professional background or current employment. Her low public presence contributes to the intrigue surrounding her personal life.
Scott Conant launched his culinary career in New York City, initially working as a sous chef. In 1995, he joined chef Cesare Casella at Il Toscanaccio on the Upper East Side, moving up the ranks toward chef de cuisine. He went on to establish notable restaurants such as Chianti and Barolo, the former on the Upper East Side and the latter in SoHo.
His breakthrough came as executive chef at City Eatery, where his reimagined Italian cuisine earned widespread praise. In 2000, he opened L’Impero in Tudor City, which received a three-star review from The New York Times shortly after opening. He was later named one of America's Best New Chefs by Food & Wine magazine.
Expanding his culinary empire, Conant opened two more restaurants in Las Vegas in the mid-2010s. He also built a notable television presence, serving as a judge on Chopped from Season 1 through 34 and guest-judging on multiple seasons of Top Chef. His television appearances also include guest spots on The Today Show, Good Morning America, and Martha Stewart Living.
Scott Conant is also a published author with several cookbooks to his name, including The Scarpetta Cookbook, Bold Italian, and New Italian Cooking, all of which showcase his modern take on traditional Italian recipes.
While Meltem Conant has kept details about her own net worth and career private, her life alongside Scott Conant has elevated her public profile. Scott Conant has an estimated net worth of $5 million, earned through his work as a chef, restaurateur, television personality, and author. Meltem’s financial standing is not publicly disclosed, and she appears to prioritize family life and personal privacy over public or professional attention.
