Why "Educator of Que"

I am a professional chef of 30 years.  I graduated of the Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, New York. I was awarded the 2008 Presidents Award from the American Culinary Federation for my efforts in promoting and teaching the spirit of barbecue.

I teach several classes at The Culinary Center of Kansas City in Overland Park, KS (MBQI-Midwest Barbecue Institute) and at Smoke N' Fire® BBQ & Fireplace Store.  My signature class is the Art of Smokology® and Backyard Grilling 101.  I have now taught over 500 classes and teaching over 11,000 people in the past 8 years.

I love to pay it forward with some things I have learned from all my years as a chef in restaurants specializing in using wood fire grills. I love to teach and meet new people, I have learn as much from the students as I have from my experiences and travels across the country.

It has been an honor to be in front of so many people, sharing my love for this art. I was humbled 2 years ago to win the ACF President's Award, this award means more to me than any other award I have received.

There are many chefs and instructors out there across the country promoting this GREAT cooking adventure, together we have all built a GREAT American Cuisine.

Thanks to everyone who fires up that grill or smoker to entertain and joy food.

Chef Richard

LATIN FLAVORS ON THE GRILL

This Sunday at CCKC (MBQI) we are doing Latin Flavors on the Grill. The are still some seats left for this NEW Hands-on Grilling class. We will be making two different Chimichurris (Green and Red) for Grilled Skirt Steaks. Paellas on the grill, "Burnt" Tomato, goat cheese and Anchovy Bruschetta and Chapa Bread.

See you all on Sunday.

Chef Richard

"Where Backyard Spice Meets Life!"™