Data updated: July 2026
Dean Fearing
@deanfearing · Instagram · US · food
About Dean Fearing
Dean Fearing is a chef and expert in the food niche, recognized as the 'Godfather of Southwestern Cuisine' by Eater. He is a James Beard Award winner and the owner of Fearing's in Dallas, Texas. With a strong presence on Instagram, he shares a variety of content, including recipes and restaurant reviews, showcasing his authoritative and professional approach to culinary arts. His biography highlights his accolades and contributions to the culinary world. Some content may require brand review.
@deanfearing's followers & following
@deanfearing currently has 12,687 followers on Instagram and follows 2,650 accounts, a follower-to-following ratio of 4.79. That places the account in the micro tier of food creators.
@deanfearing's content
@deanfearing has published 2,815 posts to date, working across reels, static-posts, carousels, long-form-video, stories. The account's content is classified under food, recipes, restaurant-reviews. Bio: ““Godfather of Southwestern Cuisine” @eater, James Beard Award Winner, Texas Michelin Guide 2025, Chef/Owner @fearingsdallas, Texas Food Bibl…”
AI quality check on @deanfearing
Zaver's AI analyzed this account across 20+ parameters before listing it publicly. No blocking issues were detected in our standard screening.
- Audience location & demographics
- Engagement quality & authenticity
- Follower growth patterns
- Signs of purchased followers
- Content niche classification
- Brand safety screening
- Posting activity & consistency
- Language & audience fit
@deanfearing's rankings on Zaver
Based on follower count among creators that passed Zaver's indexing quality bar.
@deanfearing's audience
Audience snapshot
50% male · 50% female
Core age group25-34
Dean Fearing's audience is primarily located in the US, with a balanced gender skew. The age demographic is predominantly between 25-34 years old, indicating a young adult audience interested in food-related content.
Collaboration pricing
Price tierPremium
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Brands in the food and culinary sectors would align well with Dean Fearing's expertise. His authoritative voice and professional tone make him a suitable partner for brands looking to promote high-quality food products, cooking tools, or dining experiences.
Frequently asked questions
How many Instagram followers does @deanfearing have?
As of July 2026, @deanfearing has 12,687 followers (13K) on Instagram, follows 2,650 accounts, and has published 2,815 posts. Zaver refreshes these numbers on a rolling basis.
How do I contact @deanfearing?
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How much does @deanfearing charge for a sponsored post?
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What is @deanfearing's net worth?
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Does @deanfearing have fake followers?
Zaver's AI authenticity check scores @deanfearing 98/100, based on 20+ signals including engagement quality, follower growth patterns and signs of purchased followers. That indicates a predominantly genuine audience. Run the full authenticity check →
Who follows @deanfearing?
@deanfearing's 13K followers skew 50% male / 50% female, core age group 25-34. Full audience breakdowns — age bands, gender split and country-level distribution — are part of @deanfearing's report on Zaver.
Which influencers are similar to @deanfearing?
Zaver lists comparable food creators in United States in the "Influencers like @deanfearing" section on this page, matched by niche, audience size and engagement. Zaver users can also search all 24,300 vetted food creators with plain-English queries.
What is the follower count?
Dean Fearing has 12,687 followers.
What is the engagement rate?
The engagement rate is currently not available.
What is the collaboration pricing?
Dean Fearing is in the premium price tier for collaborations.
What is the content niche?
His primary niche is food, with secondary niches in recipes and restaurant reviews.
