Daniel Shemtob

Chef. Entrepreneur. Builder.

Daniel Shemtob is a two-time Food Network champion, entrepreneur, and founder of The Lime Truck. Known for blending culinary creativity with business innovation, Daniel has built successful brands across food, media, and hospitality while helping entrepreneurs turn ideas into scalable businesses.

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Daniel is a Chef, Restaurateur, and Entrepreneur living in Los Angeles.

Daniel Shemtob’s success is fueled by deep-seated passion, eccentric creativity and love for community. Being raised to value hard work & intentional effort has helped him get to where he is today.
Despite skipping college and foregoing studying at any of the world’s most renowned culinary institutions, Daniel's success has never been hindered by a lack of traditional education.
From food trucks, fast casual restaurants, to fine dining, all styles of catering and his work wear footwear brand... Daniel has no shortage of entrepreneurial ventures under his belt these days.
His career has propelled him into two Food Network show wins, and multiple accolades that have helped further his vision into the world.

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Chef, Restaurateur & Entrepreneur

Based in Los Angeles, Daniel Shemtob builds culinary brands, launches innovative food concepts, and creates memorable dining experiences that bring people together.

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The Lime truck

The Lime Truck is an award-winning food truck brand recognized for bold flavors, creative street food, and innovative culinary experiences across Los Angeles and beyond.

• Two-Time Food Network Champion
• Voted Best Food Truck in LA, OC & America
• 16 Years Serving Over 1 Million Guests


Featured by Thrillist, OC Weekly, OC Register & Yahoo

Our Locations:-

Los Angeles ›

Orange County ›

San Diego ›

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Snibbs

Snibbs is a hospitality-focused footwear brand built for chefs, restaurant teams, and professionals who spend long hours on their feet. Designed with a balance of comfort, durability, and performance, Snibbs combines functional innovation with modern style to support the fast-paced demands of the hospitality industry. Trusted by chefs and teams nationwide, the brand was created to help hospitality professionals feel better, move better, and perform at their best every day.

• Worn by chefs nationwide
• Built for comfort & performance
• Hospitality-focused footwear brand

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