My Story

 
A big bowl of fried zucchini penne.

For me, cooking is a creative act; an art that tells a story of passion. A passion for bringing people together for a shared experience. It also tells the story of place - places I’ve visited and still yearn to taste. For me, food is also the story of human culture and the movement of knowledge throughout time. In every dish I create, I am conscious of this cycle.

Chefs are storytellers by way of the stomach. We are also nourishers of people. Itt is my hope that through my food, I am distilling these characteristics into unique and flavorful dishes. I am inspired every single day to make the highest quality, most delicious food possible.

- Chef Chris of Venice

Smoked Beef Plate Rib with Gojuchang and Plum Vinegar.

Smoked Beef Plate Rib with Gojuchang and Plum Vinegar.

Grill Finished Braised Octopus

Grill Finished Braised Octopus

Mushroom Bolognese with Pappardelle

Summer Gazpacho Soup

Summer Gazpacho Soup

Smoked Lamb Shoulder
Braised Short Rib with Whipped Plantain

Braised Short Rib + Whipped Plantain + Red Wine Reduction + Nantes Carrots

Vegan Cobb Salad with Shiitake Bacon and Vegan Ranch Dressing

Vegan Cobb Salad with Shiitake Bacon and Vegan Ranch Dressing

Black Miso Cod with Sake Braised Kale

Miso Black Cod + Sake Braised Kale + Pickled Daikon

Chef Chris of Venice

Chef Chris tending the Wood Fire