Menu Talk
Menu Talk
Restaurant Business Online
Tom Berry’s travels inspire the menus and concepts in COJE’s portfolio
27 minutes Posted Jun 9, 2026 at 5:46 pm.
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Meet Tom Berry, Chief Culinary Officer of COJE Management Group! 🍽️

Tom oversees 11 unique restaurants across Boston, spanning everything from Mexican and Chinese to Peruvian, Mediterranean, Cuban, French, and classic American steakhouse cuisine.

A passionate traveler and chef, Tom draws inspiration from his adventures around the globe—and from the beautiful island of Nantucket, where he honed his skills working with fresh local seafood and produce. He's also a regular at the Nantucket Wine & Food Festival! 🌊

After graduating from Johnson & Wales, Tom got his big break working alongside legendary chef Ming Tsai at the flagship restaurant Blue Ginger. From there, he's led kitchens and catering operations throughout Boston, eventually rising to his current role managing COJE's diverse restaurant portfolio.

In this episode, Tom shares his culinary journey, how Ming Tsai's mentorship shaped his career, and what exciting projects are coming next for COJE Management Group.

🎧 Tune in now!