Chicago (Avondale)
5.0
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Chef Richard

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Chef Richard
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2 Reviews
After sharpening his culinary skills for more than 20 years as the executive kitchen manager at the Cheesecake Factory in Chicago, Chef Richard is a well-respected executive chef at an upscale Italian-American eatery in Chicago's vibrant Theatre district. Over the years, Chef Richard has also earned a reputation as an exceptional teacher and developer of both culinary professionals and home cooks alike.
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Holiday

Classic Holiday Yule Log Cake

$99
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Holiday

Festive Yule Log for the Holidays

$89
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$89
Discover professional methods for creating a traditional French treat in this cooking class. Celebrate the season by joining a gourmet pastry chef who will share tips for preparing an authentic holiday yule log. Learn how to mix a sponge cake from scratch, whip up an Italian buttercream accented with coffee and...
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Ramen How-Tos

$89
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$89
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Unforgettable Hibachi Dinner

$60 each
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$60
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Ultimate Gourmet Dinner

$250 each / 7 Courses
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Savor an incredible seven-course feast created expressly for your enjoyment. This luxury private chef meal is a platinum-level dining moment that's sure to dazzle you and your guests. Let top-rated Chef Andy immerse your senses in a one-of-a-kind epicurean banquet featuring seven sumptuous courses crafted by...
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5.0
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Latin Fare With Flair

$59 each
Private Chef Meal
$59
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5.0
172 Reviews
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Chicago’s Signature Bites

$125
Food Tour + Drink Upgrade
$125
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5.0
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Essential Chicago Eats

$79
Weekend Food Tour
$79
Journey through historic Chicago on this weekend food tour, enjoying the best bites along the way. Spend the weekend sampling Chicago’s signature dishes on a weekend food tour blending history, architecture and cuisine. Explore the city’s famous landmarks while indulging in its culinary treasures. Treat your...
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Discover Historic Chicago

$79
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$79
Travel through the historic city and indulge in delicious, iconic meals. Experience Chicago’s vibrant culture and culinary heritage on this food tour that celebrates iconic architecture and classic local flavors. From the grand Harold Washington Library to beloved neighborhood eats, dive into the city’s rich...
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5.0
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Great for Groups of 14-30

Classic Sushi 101

$159
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Learn authentic techniques for creating your own sushi specialties with your team. Let Chef Alejandro demonstrate his modern methods for preparing sushi with artful culinary flair in this hands-on team building class. You'll get the inside scoop on his creative process, a fusion of traditional recipes and contemporary...
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Classic Latin-Inspired Tacos

$169
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5.0
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Indian Curry and Homemade Naan

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Trio of Desserts for Sharing

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Gourmet Seafood Risotto

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Studded with tender pieces of lobster, this luxurious dish befits any celebration or special occasion. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Richard, you will learn how to prepare a gourmet three-course dinner starring creamy lobster risotto. Chef Richard will begin by teaching you how to build a caprese salad...
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Chef Richard
5.0
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Chicago (Avondale)
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Classic Braised Beef Brisket

$89
Cooking Class
$89
If you’re looking for a stunning supper for weeknights or a special celebration, this is it. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Richard, you will learn how to prepare a gourmet three-course braised beef brisket dinner using fresh, high-quality ingredients and easy-to-master cooking techniques. Chef Richard...
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Chef Richard
5.0
2 Reviews
Chicago (Avondale)
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Braised Meat Workshop

$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn how to transform three cuts of meat into tender, succulent masterpieces. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Richard, you will learn everything you ever wanted to know about braising — the secret to preparing meat that quite literally falls apart on your fork and melts in your mouth. Chef Richard will...
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5.0
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Chicago (Avondale)
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Chef Richard's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 2 reviews

Reviews Chef Richard received outside of Cozymeal

Sarah

Sarah

11/16/20
Richard makes some of the most exciting and delicious meals I have ever tasted. He makes difficult dishes so simple to make, wow.
11/16/20
Steve

Steve

11/16/20
I have known and worked with Richard for many years, he is an amazing teacher and has shown us the techniques and skills on how to make fantastic dishes.
11/16/20