Your Iconic Fictional Chef Alter-Ego, According To Your Zodiac Sign

While many real-life professional chefs had other chefs — be it their mothers, fathers, grandmothers, or a celebrity chef — to show them the ropes in the kitchen, everyone didn't grow up that way. In fact, in many parts of the U.S., low-income families struggle to put food on the table at all — let alone cook it themselves. Cooking wholesome meals at home is a valuable skill that provides self-sufficiency and empowerment, something the founders of Ghetto Gastro teach through their cookbooks. Yet, not everybody has a real-life culinary teacher in their lives. That's why it's so important to have diverse, relatable, and admirable examples of fictional chefs in the media, too.

From a street rat cooking in a Paris kitchen to an undersea sea sponge flipping burgers, and from a 20-something girl living in a loft in New York City to a young, black female sous-chef flipping an old, Italian beef shop into a Michelin star restaurant — sometimes, the characters on TV tell a far more relatable story than the ones that play out in the real world. While it's no secret that the fine dining industry and, of course, fine cooking is dominated by white men, the fictional chefs prove that they don't have to be male, white, or even human. All they need is ambition and a passion for food — and every zodiac can relate to that.

Many people know Aries for being competitive or hot-headed. As much as those things can be true, they can also be described as being incredibly honest, ambitious, brave, and passionate. If the Aries were to have any iconic fictional chef as their alter ego, it'd have to be a character that represents those dualities. And who better than Monica Geller from the hit 90s television series, "Friends"?

Starring alongside her six fellow cast mates, Monica Geller is known for regularly hosting her 20 or so friends inside their astonishingly large New York City apartment. While Monica has many roles, including being a friend, daughter, sister, girlfriend, and eventually a fiancé, her professional title is that of a chef. Beginning her career as a cook, Monica eventually ends up losing her job and starting her own catering business before going back to running a restaurant.

Not only does Monica love to cook both in and outside of her home, but she's like these signs in that she's also famously competitive. From losing her very own apartment to her friends and neighbors across the hall in a game to fighting over the TV with her adult brother, even Geller's competitiveness can bring out the worst in her. Fortunately, just like these signs, her good traits outweigh the bad.

While Tauruses may be known for their stubbornness, what many people seem to forget is that it's a direct reflection of their values — especially reliability. Without their stubbornness and, in turn, their reliability, who else would you call when you're in need of some levelheaded advice? And who else would be there to bring you back down to Earth when you need it? Tauruses have a calm and grounded aura that's befitting of their Earth sign nature, which is interesting because the fictional chef they'd be is usually the opposite: Bob Belcher of "Bob's Burgers."

Bob Belcher, the owner and chef of the Bob's Burgers restaurant in the Fox series, "Bob's Burgers," is both a husband, a business owner, and a father of three children: Tina, Gene, and Louise. Obviously, running a business isn't easy — but that's especially true if you're doing it with your family. While Belcher usually shows signs of anxiety and stress, those of which are more than understandable given the context, he always shows up. Even in the face of financial insecurity, unlucky streaks, and his limited business management skills, Belcher's drool-worthy burger recipes and loyalty to his family keep his restaurant afloat. He's the kind of character they can depend on, and it only makes sense his birthday seems to be in April, too.

Geminis don't have the greatest of reputations. In fact, because they're represented by twins, many have associated them with being fake or two-faced. But, if you get past all the misinformation and actually get to know a Gemini for yourself, you will be pleasantly surprised. Like any other sign on the zodiac, they have their faults, but these signs are especially known for being proficient communicators. Their child-like curiosity leads them to learn about a wide range of topics, and while they do have a habit of sharing that information with others, they're never short on things to talk about.

So, while yes, sometimes that communication can come in the form of gossip, it can also come in the form of teaching and informing — which is why, if the Gemini were to have any fictional chef as their alter ego, they'd have to have Cookie Monster and Chef Gonger from the PBS series "Sesame Street" as theirs. Not only do these two fictional chefs represent their alleged two personalities — Gonger being the one focused on cooking, and Cookie Monster being the one sneaking and eating the ingredients while he does — they also exemplify this sign's value for sharing information, specifically about food and cooking. The fact they run a food truck together is also symbolic of this sign's love for side hustles, too.

If Cancers are known for anything, it's for their protective shells — they are represented by crabs, after all. But rather than a literal shell, the way it manifests for Cancers is that they can be very difficult to get to know. But, while it can feel personal, it's more about protecting the soft, sensitive, and empathetic people they are underneath. It's for this same reason that Cancers are also well-known homebodies, preferring the comforts of their own quarters. Interestingly, however, Cancers aren't shy about hosting. Fittingly, their iconic fictional chef alter-ego is also a great host: Sookie St. James from Gilmore Girls.

Played by Melissa McCarthy, Sookie St. James is quirky, bubbly, and surprisingly clumsy for a chef of her stature. As the chef of the Independence Inn, the owner of her very own catering company, and, later on in the series, the co-owner and chef at Dragonfly Inn, where she served her famous peach sauce and waffles, Sookie is passionate about each and every dish she prepares. As the chef of the show's go-to meeting place, she is constantly playing the role of hostess. But much like the Cancer, she has her moments. Fortunately, once you get through the walls they put up, both quickly become the best friends you could ask for.

Ruled by the sun, Leos take naturally to being the center of attention. This is why, of all the zodiacs, Leos also happen to be the most associated with fame. Every Leo thinks that they're a celebrity deep down and, even if they aren't they tend to live like they are. This means grand parties, lots of picture-taking and over-the-top celebrations, galore. These signs know how to turn anything into a TV-worthy moment. That's why, if they were any fictional chef alter-ego, they'd have to be one that's also a celebrity (even if it's only pretend) — making them none other than Elzar from the adult animation series "Futurama."

Rumored to be inspired by real-life celebrity chef, chef Emeril Lagasse, Elzar regularly appears on "Futurama" as a four-armed, Neptunian chef. Not only does Chef Elzar run his own restaurant in New York, but, in true Leo fashion, he also hosts his very own cooking show, where he showcases his flamboyant personality and entertaining cooking methods. In the series, Elzar also appeared on "Iron Cook," a cooking competition that he became the sitting champion of. His fame and fortune are something he certainly takes advantage of, which only makes him even more fitting as the Leo's fictional chef alter ego.

Virgos are famous for being productive — it's actually impressive what they can get done in the same 24 hours as everyone else. But, while they do get a lot of satisfaction from crossing things off their to-do lists, it also comes with some not-so-satisfying drawbacks. Burnout is, of course, a problem, as well as any instance they aren't able to start or finish something in one go, which will only lead to a perpetual state of anxiousness that won't subside until that thing does get done. The biggest threat to the Virgo's sanity, however, is their constant quest for perfection, and that's one thing that this sign's iconic fictional chef alter ego, Carmy, can relate to more than anybody.

Throughout the FX series "The Bear," Carmy, or Carmen, dedicates his life to becoming a professional chef, staging in some of the most famous kitchens around the world — including The French Laundry in California and Noma in Copenhagen. Anyone who has been through the process themselves or has watched "The Bear" has an idea of the level of perfection that is expected of you when you're working at a restaurant of that level. Of course, that unreasonable level of perfection is what Carmy also seeks to achieve when he returns to Chicago with the goal of turning his brother's Italian beef shop into a Michelin-star restaurant.

Libras have a reputation for being shallow or materialistic, and while they do love a well-curated outfit and a nicely spaced gallery wall, these signs put just as much emphasis on the way things feel — particularly their personal relationships. You see, Libras are represented by the scale, which is notably the only non-living element on the zodiac calendar because they're obsessed with balance and symmetry. That isn't just surface level. These signs appreciate people for the balance they bring to their lives, either through their actions or their personalities. The fictional chef alter ego they'd be, in turn, offers up a similar kind of balance with the food they serve, offering wise words every time they do.

If Libra were any fictional chef, they'd be Jerome McElroy, or as he's more famously known, "Chef" from Comedy Central's widely popular series "South Park." Chef works the show's middle school cafeteria, and while most lunches served in school aren't anything to write home about, Chef makes up for it by serving it up with a side of valuable life advice. His role as Chef, cafeteria worker, and counselor allows him to build a friendship with the show's main characters, Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny, who are students at the middle school. Just like a true Libra, Chef brings a bit of balance and wisdom to a show that, for some, represents an overly raunchy brand of comedy.

If you know a Scorpio, you know how moody they can be. It's a part of the reason why these signs are so controversial. This, of course, means very high highs and particularly low lows, and given how mysterious these signs tend to be, those waves often come with little to no explanation. With that, most people's perception of Scorpios depends on whichever side of the bed they wake up on that day. Fortunately, there's a fictional chef that shares their intensity and attributed misunderstandings, and that fictional chef alter ego is none other than Yev Kassem from "Seinfeld" — otherwise known as the soup Nazi.

With a nickname like that, it's no wonder that Yev Kassem comes off so intensely on the one episode of Seinfeld he appears on. But that's exactly the reason he is so iconic. Yev Kassem is the head chef of a trendy restaurant serving soup recipes so delicious that they draw lines out the door — only, you never know if you're going to get served any when you do finally make it to the counter. Yev seems to have a very specific set of standards and also a peculiar way of judging customers, which leads him to reserve the right to deny soup to guests for any reason he so pleases (sound familiar, Scorpios?). You may have heard people say, "No soup for you!" That's him they're referencing.

Every zodiac sign is unique, but there's truly none like the Sagittarius. These signs are known as the adventurers of the zodiac, and their can-do attitude gives them the power to shift even the most unbearable situations into positive experiences. You see, the Sagittarius sees life itself as an adventure, and all of the shifts and challenges that come along with it are just an opportunity for them to learn and grow. This gives these signs an infectious sense of optimism that is, at its best, refreshing and, at its worst, borderline toxic. Still, you can't hate on them for their unshakable optimism, nor can you hate on the fictional chef alter-ego they're most similar to — that is, unless you're Squidward.

That's right, if the Sagittarius were any fictional chef, they'd be SpongeBob SquarePants. Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? SpongeBob SquarePants does, and he couldn't be happier about it. This sea sponge is just oozing with authentic positivity, bringing immeasurable energy to a job that most would consider meager: flipping burgers. At the Krusty Krab, SpongeBob SquarePants puts his all into every burger he makes — and he guards the secret Krabby Patty formula with his life. Whether he's called to deliver a pizza to a hungry customer or he's recruited to cook in the big leagues, SpongeBob does every part of his job with enthusiasm, dedication, and, most importantly, with a contagious smile on his face.

Responsible, goal-oriented, and resilient, Capricorns have a work ethic that the other zodiacs both envy and admire — making them perfect for the kind of high-stress environments that are restaurant kitchens. In a space full of loud noises, fast-paced tasks, and lots of yelling, the Capricorn has just the right amount of focus and drive to succeed. But that doesn't mean the stress of it all never catches up to them. In popular culture, chefs are often perceived as angry given the high-pressure environments and long hours they often work under — something these workaholics can certainly relate to. Their fictional chef alter-ego, on the other hand, shows a different side.

What a lot of people don't know about Capricorns is that when you get them away from work — or, in this scenario, away from the kitchen — they can actually let go and be a lot of fun. But it's getting them away that's the problem, making this a side of them that's rarely ever seen by others, especially not their colleagues. Similarly, their fictional chef alter-ego, Adam Jones from "Burnt," is cast in an overly serious light. Played by Bradley Cooper, Chef Jones is angrily shouting for most of the film, but in a deleted scene shared on YouTube (via Entertainment Tonight), he redirects that energy to a rude customer who mistreated one of his servers. In this way, Adam Jones shows there's a very cool side to having a Capricorn as your boss — even if the moments are rare.

Aquariuses are different in the best way possible. These signs are born with a natural sense of contrarianism that, when paired with their humanitarian values, technical know-how, and forward-thinking, makes them a real force for change. Fortunately, the change they seek to bring into the world is more often than not the good kind. While having animals in the kitchen is usually frowned upon in the real world, fictional chefs present an opportunity for our furry friends to challenge societal norms and pick up a spatula. But no other fictional chef — be they animal or not — represents the Aquarius's force for good like Remy from Disney's "Ratatouille," a film to which Thomas Keller's influence contributed.

When a Parisian street rat finds himself away from his pack while searching for food, he stumbles across a cookbook that ignites his passion. Given his strong sense of smell, it's his job to find food for his family, and it's not long until he stumbles again — only this time, it's on to the head of a professional chef named Alfredo Linguini, who becomes his friend. While hiding under his chef hat, Remy smells the food as his human friend cooks, advising him and leading him to become the head cook at Gusteau's restaurant. Obviously, when Remy is discovered, people's immediate reaction is fear, a trope Aquariuses know all too well. Eventually, when the humans learn of his talent and passion, he becomes a beloved chef in his own right and cooks in his own restaurant, La Ratatouille.

Pisces come off as innocent, and to a certain degree they are. These signs have an easy-going spirit and, much like the fish that represent them, they seem to go wherever the tide takes them. While these signs are known for being creative and imaginative, there is a bit of fierceness hidden underneath all of the aloofness — there's a good reason why they're called "spicy Pisces," after all. Being water signs, Pisces tend to carry intense feelings. However, being the very last of the water signs, they carry them even more intensely. Knowing that, it really shouldn't be surprising to learn that it's rumored that the highest percentage of serial killers are actually Pisces — and that includes their iconic fictional chef alter-ego: Love Quinn, from the popular Netflix series "You."

Love first appears in the second season of "You" as Joe Goldberg's love interest. For any other person, this would be bad news, as (spoiler alert) Goldberg is a serial killer himself — with his romantic partners, family, friends, or even enemies being his most common victims. With Love, however, Joe gets a taste of his own medicine. So as not to spoil the series for anyone reading this, Love proves to be much more vindictive than anyone thought in "You." Eventually, she opens her own California bakery, and like many Pisces, she pours emotion into every detail.