Jason Paolini
Years of Participation
2025
Inveterate Atlanta chef and Louisiana native Jason Paolini brings over 20 years of experience in Atlanta’s dining scene to Lucian Books and Wine, where as executive chef he helms a sophisticated and thoughtful menu of seasonal fare perfectly crafted for the restaurant’s wine-centric experience. Prior to joining Lucian in January 2022, Jason held several long-term leadership roles at Atlanta institutions, including as executive culinary director for chef Linton Hopkins’ Resurgens Hospitality; chef de cuisine for Hopkin’s acclaimed Restaurant Eugene and Holeman & Finch; and as executive chef for the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s Longleaf Restaurant.