Chef Reactions (@chefreactions on both TikTok and Instagram) is a widely followed social media personality known for his sharp wit, culinary knowledge, and no-nonsense commentary on viral recipe videos. He has also gained popularity for traveling across various U.S. cities to explore and critique local food scenes, sharing those experiences with his millions of fans online. His following has grown substantially, with 3.7 million TikTok followers and 2.1 million Instagram followers, making him a major voice in the digital food space.
Recently, Chef Reactions shifted his attention to the world of baseball. After admitting that he hadn’t consistently watched the sport in over two decades and had never claimed allegiance to a specific team, he began a public search for a franchise to support. Over the past few weeks, he documented his journey of narrowing down potential favorites, engaging his followers in the process.
That journey culminated in an invitation from Major League Baseball to attend the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. As part of the event, Chef Reactions revealed the team he had finally chosen to support moving forward. On Tuesday, July 15, while at the All-Star Game, he announced his decision — selecting from a shortlist that included the Detroit Tigers, Chicago Cubs, Cleveland Guardians, Philadelphia Phillies, San Diego Padres, and Seattle Mariners. He had previously teased these six finalists in an earlier video, building anticipation among fans.
@chefreactions I followed the signs. My mom passed away a few years ago and she’s guided my decisions ever since. How can you not be romantic about baseball? See you soon, Detroit @Detroit Tigers
Despite his online fame, very little is known about Chef Reactions’ personal identity. As reported by WIRED, he has deliberately kept his real name and location private, citing concerns for his personal safety. This air of mystery has only fueled curiosity, helping cement his status as one of the most intriguing and entertaining figures in the social media culinary world.
