Spike Mendelsohn

Check him out: @spikethechef

From chef and restaurateur to television personality, food policy advocate and

entrepreneur, Spike Mendelsohn is a force to be reckoned with in the culinary world.

Spike has several restaurant concepts in the Washington DC area including PLNT

Burger, Vim & Victor and We, The Pizza. Leveraging his close proximity to our nation’s

capital, Spike combined his passion for food equity and education by working with

organizations like CARE, DC Central Kitchen and Food Rescue US. He also serves as

the chairman of DC’s Food Policy Council. Spike’s desire to make a positive impact on our food system led to the

founding of Eat The Change with friend and fellow entrepreneur, Seth Goldman. After collaborating on

PLNT Burger, the two decided to launch a snack brand focused on chef-crafted, nutrient dense snacks that are kind

to the planet. Spike lives in the DC area with his wife, Cody, and their son. You can catch Spike

surfing any river or ocean that has a wave or hanging out in the metaverse, buying

NFTs and launching his latest project with Tom Colicchio, CHFTY Pizzas. From

metaverse integration to pizza parties hosted around the globe, holders will be able to

grab a virtual slice and connect with their favorite chefs and foods.