Richie Farina was a contestant on the ninth season of Top Chef.  A graduate of Johnson and Wales University, he is the Chef de Cuisine at Moto in Chicago.  A three-time winner of the National Collegiate Ice Carving Championship, he trained in several restaurants in Boston before his move to Chicago.

So that is who Richie is now, but we knew him when...Richie was a previous employee of Rolling Pin.  He worked for Karen and Chef Dave at RP Brandon Town Center.  Mind you, it was minus a few tattoos, a few piercings and a Mohawk ago, but even then they knew how talented Richie was and what a great success he would become.

Read customer testimonials, view pictures and watch some videos from his class.

Testimonials:
 "This was my first class class at Rolling Pin, but it definitely won't be my last!  Not only was the food phenomenal, but I learned so much and I got to see a Top Chef in action! As a beginner home cook just the little tips were well worth the cost of the class.  I have already signed up for two more classes! - Jamie F.

"Not a typical class/demonstration.  A great demonstration of technique, flavor and presentation.  I love the creativeness of his style and technique.  An amazing contrast of texture and flavors.  Highly recommended.  I'll be back." - Buster

"What a fun evening!  Great food presented in a very entertaining, but informative way.  Anytime Chef Richie comes to town, I'll be at this class!" - Dee Ann

"This was without a doubt one of the best classes we have attended. Ritchie said this was his first class. I never would have thought that was the case. We will definitely come if he returns to teach." - Greg K.

"The evening was wonderful. Had a great time. Chef Richie is so cute ! ! !He did an excellent job, and was so entertaining...especially to a foodie !!! Can't wait to make the Crab Cakes !!!! - Cathy S.

"Very Fun!  Learned a lot and the food was amazing!  Chef Richie is such a personable and fun-loving guy!" - Rhonda S.

"A complete joy.  Informative, challenging, inspirational, entertaining, understandable and delicious.  This was, without a doubt, one of the best birthday presents I have ever received." - David P.


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