Chicago (Avondale)
5.0
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Chef Richard

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Chef Richard
Verified chef
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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All About Pasta-Making

$99
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$99
Homemade Pasta Discover the mouthwatering world of fresh pasta in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to create fresh pasta from scratch from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Start by mixing the pasta dough and rolling it out into the perfect shape. Next, craft a variety of savory filling and...
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Perfect Pasta Workshop

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch In this cooking class, you’ll discover that there’s nothing more delicious than fresh pasta and making it yourself is much easier than you might think. A chef instructor will show you how to create the perfect pasta dough. Then, you’ll create flavorful fillings and...
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4.8
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Next Date: Wed, Oct 15th at 4:00PM & other times
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Craft Tarts and Pies This Fall

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Mix, roll and fill your way to fall baking bliss. Roll up your sleeves and learn the basics of fall pie baking in this cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). Chef Shirley or one of the talented resident chefs will show you how to prep flaky crusts, shape them for pies and tarts and bake off a sweet lineup of seasonal...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
45 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Thu, Oct 16th at 10:00AM & other times
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French Specialty Delights

$129 each
Private Chef Meal
$129
Experience the luxurious flavors of French cuisine prepared by a top-rated chef. Elevate your next special occasion with a private chef meal. Indulge in the unmatched flavors of a three-course menu featuring French cuisine. Relax and let the private chef handle all the hassle including preparation, plating and...
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Chef Oumar
5.0
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Next Date: Fri, Oct 17th & other times
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Unforgettable Hibachi Dinner

$60 each
Hibachi Catering
$60
Relish the authenticity of Japanese hibachi grill. Explore the wonders of hibachi cooking with Chef Josh in this private chef meal. Chef Josh will set up his hibachi grill to prepare an enticing selection of proteins, from strip steak to seafood and vegetarian options. Enjoy the interactive and mouthwatering...
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Luxury Experience
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Ultimate Gourmet Dinner

$250 each / 7 Courses
Private Chef Meal
$250 / 7 Courses
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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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
5.0
373 Reviews
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Next Date: Thu, Oct 30th & other times
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Discover Historic Chicago

$79
Food Tour
$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
17 Reviews
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Next Date: Thu, Oct 16th at 11:30AM & other times
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Chicago’s Signature Bites

$125
Food Tour + Drink Upgrade
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From deep-dish pizza to handcrafted cocktails, experience Chicago’s culinary scene in full flavor. Elevate your Chicago food tour with a carefully crafted drink upgrade designed to enhance every bite. These local libations bring a fresh dimension to the city’s iconic flavors and vibrant culinary culture. Sip on...
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5.0
17 Reviews
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Weekend Food Tour

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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5.0
17 Reviews
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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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24 Reviews
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Great for Groups of 11-30

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$149
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Take your team out of their comfort zone with this culinary team-focused experience. Join Chef Andy for this team building cooking class where your crew will gather outside of the office and collaborate on handcrafting a three-course menus with tacos as the featured dish. After enjoying elote cups with warm queso,...
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Come together with your team to prepare artisan pizza completely from scratch. Eaten throughout the world, pizza enjoys a level of popularity rivaled by few foods. Despite its ubiquity, however, pizza made entirely from scratch remains a rare treat for most people. In this team building cooking class, Chef Andy...
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5.0
373 Reviews
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Halloween Cocktails and Spooky Snacks

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Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Learn how to prepare a frightfully delicious Halloween display in this online cooking class. Discover a spooky and visually fun menu with Chef Stacy, who will guide you through making a fun cocktail and a series of snacks to delight and frighten guests. Begin by mixing tequila, lime sorbet, ginger ale and pineapple...
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Chef Stacy D.
4.9
252 Reviews
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Health-Boosting Mocktails

$39/Person
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$39/Person
Power up with these four mood-boosting beverages meant relax and bring balance to your diet. Chef Angela-Michelle will bring her knowledge of plant-based nutrition to this mocktail-making class as you create libations that will power you from the inside with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Begin with an elderberry...
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4.9
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5.0
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Next Date: Fri, Oct 17th, 1:00pm PT/4:00pm ET & other times
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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Richard THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

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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
2 Reviews
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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Chef Richard
5.0
2 Reviews
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