FRANKLIN BECKER
Throughout his career, Becker has received glowing reviews from such acclaimed critics as Gael Greene of New York Magazine, William Grimes of The New York Times, who wrote that Becker has “a talent for delivering big, punchy flavors,” and while Becker was at Capitale in 2003, Esquire’s John Mariani named it “Best New Restaurant in America.”
In his spare time, Becker works extensively with charities. Near and dear to his heart are autism related causes. Becker is the Chairman of the Board of Pop Earth, has worked closely with Autism Speaks, and has helped to raise more than $14 million dollars for various autism charities.