Union Square Cafe, the one that started it all for restaurateur extraordinaire Danny Meyer, turned 25 today and, in addition to colorful commentary from Meyer and USHG Culinary Director Michael Romano, they're holding a "class reunion" to celebrate their silver anniversary. Traipsing through the history books, there are a number of notable chefs and restaurant owners who've sprung forth from USHG. Here now, a map of the alumni who stuck around NYC and made something of themselves:

We obviously didn't include everyone who's ever been in that kitchen. But if you have a story to share about working at USC, please add it to the comments.