Chris Bassett is a chef that caters to individuals and businesses. Chris excels in the food and beverage industry with high, fast-paced atmosphere. He enjoys the hands-on aspect of his profession and has enthusiastically planned, coordinated, and executed cocktail and culinary programs all across the DMV region.
He is also recognized for being Candiace Dillard’s husband on ‘The Real Housewives of Potomac.’ Mtron Mixer’s Pitmaster BBQ in Arlington, Virginia was also owned by the professional chef.
Chris Bassett's Net Worth
In 2022, Chris Bassett’s net worth is estimated to be $3 million. His career as a chef is his main source of income. Chris works in the culinary sector and shares his knowledge of cooking and beverage preparation. His over 25 years of profession took him from top distinctions at the renowned Le Cordon Bleu in Miami to a huge number of influential positions as keeper of numerous refreshment projects, General Manager, Food and Beverage Director, and most recently, Owner, General Manager, and Director at grill café named Myron Mixon’s Pitmaster Barbeque in Alexandria, Virginia.
Since joining his wife Candiace on Bravo TV’s successful reality program, ‘The Real Housewives of Potomac,’ his fortune has also grown via numerous media endeavors. In addition, he has over 20k Instagram followers, where he usually posts images of his cuisine and his wife.
Chris' Early Life
Chris Bassett is 44 years old. He was born on March 2, 1978. His birth place and parents’ names have not been revealed for whatever reason, although he was raised by his stepmother and father. He also has two younger brothers and grew up in a lower-middle-class household.
Chris credits his accomplishments to his father, who taught him how to play with food. His father is a gifted chef who liked to surprise the family with new dishes. After that, he and his mother moved to Florida and started working there.
Chris Bassett's Education
Chris Bassett studied at the Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts College. He was said to have obtained excellent honors and is now utilizing his degree to further his career in the sector.
Chris Bassett's Wife and Family Life
Chris Bassett met Candiace Dillard Bassett one day at work while making his way up the ranks in Washington, D.C. They fell in love after one long date following years of friendship and never looked back. The couple appeared on RHOP Season 3 as a newly engaged pair and tied the knot on August 2018 at the Andrew Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C. The Bassetts had various difficulties in arranging their wedding, including social issues. Candiace had a mutually dependent relationship with her mom, which caused a ton of stress in their marriage. Notwithstanding, they have conquered those challenges and are now fully engaged in their love.
Two boys and one girl are the chef’s offspring from a previous relationship. Candiace, on the other hand, has always been their mother. Despite the fact that they have a blended family, her wife obviously enjoys caring for them and views the kids to be bonus children.
Chris Bassett's Career
Chris Bassett began his career at the South Seas Resort on Captiva Island, Florida, in the hospitality sector, where his mother lived. By migrating to the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia), he was able to keep his job in the business. He worked in a number of restaurants, progressively progressing up the food chain, including his work at Myron Mixon’s Pitmaster BBQ as a beverage program curator, Food and Beverage Director, and General Manager before becoming an owner.
Chris’ wife, Candiace Dillard, joined ‘The Real Housewives of Potomac’ in 2017, and it had an influence on both of their lives. He kept working in the hotel sector, but his rising fame enabled him to branch out into other areas. As a consequence of these new opportunities, Chris founded the catering firm CbasswithDill Catering in 2020. He has been serving on and off for years before deciding to launch this business in order to further his culinary profession. CbasswithDill Catering generally covers the Washington, D.C., region, but may go to other areas as needed.
The chef even conducted culinary and mixology courses at a number of establishments, both online and in person. Chris partnered with Hungry for their Virtual Chef Xperience, where he instructed people step-by-step how to make a delicious supper. Many individuals appreciated him for his contributions to the firm.
After putting in a lot of effort, Chris Bassett is now a part-owner of Myron Mixon’s Pitmaster BBQ in Alexandria, Virginia, and is one of the stars of “The Real Housewives of Potomac.” Not only that but his culinary skills is also something he showcased on his Instagram page.
Recently, on March 22, 2023, Chris posted a video of him making a French Onion Dip, something that his fans applauded, saying that what he did looked delicious. He captioned the clip, “#frenchoniondip one of my favorite dips….i promise you haven’t had this recipe!! it’s 🔥🔥 and those #potatoes 👀👀👀.”
Prior to that, during the recent St. Patrick’s Day celebration, Chris posted a video of the dish he’s cooking which is the Braised Pot Roast. He even told his fans that the recipe is up on the link in his bio in case they would love to make the same dish, writing, “At Patrick’s Day is almost here, and this @guinness @guinnessbrewerybalt braised pot roast doesn’t disappoint. full recipe is up now, link is in my bio!! And don’t forget to check out the braised cabbage and garlic roasted mashed. potatoes to complete your feast!!”
Chris does not only cook food, but he’s also an expert when it comes to making a cocktail. Just on March 17, 2023, he published a short video wherein he was seen making a classic cocktail with syrup. He remarked: “It’s #thirstythursday, so i’m giving you a syrup AND a classic cocktail!!! this #jackrose #cocktail is gonna be your new favorite drink!! and don’t forget the home made #grenadine recipe either!!”
Real Housewives of Potomac Storyline for Chris Bassett
Chris Bassett joined “The Real Housewives of Potomac” in season 3 in 2018.
During his appearance on the show, Chris Bassett admires the ‘RHONJ’ men, particularly Wendy Osefo’s and Karen Huger’s husbands, Eddie and Ray. In July of last year, Chris said to The Daily Dish, “Eddie and I have a great relationship — he’s a great guy, I love Eddie and Ray and I have been talking about going out and playing golf forever, but it just never happens.” Some of the RHONJ spouses performed at an Atlantic City comedy concert earlier in 2021 and Chris claims that the RHOP husbands are equally as hilarious as their New Jersey counterparts.
The chef went on to say that the RHOP men have such distinct personalities that it’s difficult to get them all together at the same time. “I hope we get to see some of it this year because there were a few times where we were together that rival New Jersey,” he said. “I mean, those guys have kind of set the standard.”
Furthermore, Chris is undoubtedly fed up with her wife, who has been involved in a number of heated fights with her fellow housewives. He attempted to intercede and cool Dillard down during her verbal spat with newbie Mia Thornton during one of those instances. The cast discussed the situation during the “RHOP After Show.” Gizelle Bryant stated, “He was kind of like trying to keep her in her seat or move her. It was just a little too much for me that I was uncomfortable.”
Chris Bassett's Appearance (Height, Hair, Eyes & More)
| Height | X ft X in X.X m |
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| Weight | — pounds — kg |
| Hair Color | Bald |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Body Type | Fit |
| Sexual Orientation | Straight |
Facts About Chris Bassett
| Nationality | American |
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| Estimate Net Worth | $3 million |
| Religion | — |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Birthplace | — |
| Birthday | March 2, 1978 |