Local chef wins Food Network game show Web Staff May 30, 2014 1 min read The River and RailHead Chef Aaron Deal One local chef has recently cooked his way to a $20,000 grand prize on a Food Network game show — and he wants his win to help bring attention to the Roanoke Region. WFIR’s Kelsea Pieters has more: About the Author Web Staff Contributor View All Posts Share: Post navigation Previous: Senator Mark Warner to campaign Saturday in RoanokeNext: Local nonprofits trying novel ideas for fundraising Related Stories 1 min read Report of active shooter on UVA campus not supported after sweep by police Gene Marrano November 3, 2025 1 min read AG Jason Miyares responds to Cardinal News report on Commonwealth’s early release policy Clark Palmer November 3, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech professor questions longevity of Virginia’s emergency food assistance amid federal shutdown Web Staff November 3, 2025