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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Braised Meat Workshop

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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'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
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