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Chef Ryan featured in May’s issue of Chicago Athlete Magazine

Ryan — Thu, 23 May 2013 01:24:51 +0000

Are you bored with your oatmeal routine? If you’ve been waiting for an oatmeal renaissance, then look no further, you’ll love Chef Ryan’s latest recipe, featured in Chicago Athlete Magazine.

Whether it’s for performance based nutrition or just simply enhancing your breakfast habits, this article will shed new light on the potential of this breakfast staple. For more on Chef Ryan’s “Peanut Butter Oatmeal with Dried Cherries and Sautéed Grapes” click here to view the article on page 20.

Heart Health Month with Centered Chef

Ryan — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 17:23:29 +0000

Heart Health Month on WGN: Chef Ryan was joined by his friend and nutritional collaborator, Dr. Stephen Devries, executive director of the Gaples Institute for Integrative Cardiology, to demonstrate a heart healthy recipe featuring quinoa griddle cakes with a lemon tahini and blood orange spinach salad.

Heart Fest 2013: As part of Centered Chef’s mission to educate, entertain and inspire healthier lifestyles, Chef Ryan addressed the St. Francis hospital in Evanston’s “Heart Fest 2013” for the second year. As the keynote speaker, he presented “Salads that Satisfy” for an audience of more than 100 patients and doctors.

His presentation focused on plant-based, functional foods, to compose salads that aid in the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease. Other featured speakers included cardiologists, Dr. Albert Foshi, Dr. Jeffrey Mark Silver and Dr. David Bedoer who spoke to patients about the latest technologies and advancements in cardiovascular treatment.

Centered Chef’s Nourishing Nosh a Hit with Chicago Cubs

Ryan — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 22:47:45 +0000

As the Cubs gear up for Spring Training in Mesa, they recently hosted a Winter Training Program for their rookie players at Wrigley Field. With the new administration’s optimistic outlook for the future of the Cubs, the team spent the last 7 days developing their young talent with a series of breakout sessions with veterans and coaches, strength & conditioning with trainers and nutrition education with their team dietitian, Dawn Jackson Blatner (RD/LDN). As part of the organization’s progressive stance on health and wellness, Centered Chef was humbled to facilitate the preparation of customized menu offerings in accordance to their standards.

Cooking Class at Centered Chef: Learn how to butcher and cook, Locally!

Ryan — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 21:56:35 +0000

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Only a week left! Reserve your spot! Want to learn some great recipes and techniques in butchery and cooking? You’ll also be taking cuts home with you!!! To learn more about sustainability and clean eating, sign up today for our 10am to 1pm class! This cooking class was created in partnership with Centered Chef, Buedel Fine Meats, Slagel Family Farms and Red Meat Market.

Get more info HERE: Cut. Cook. Carry Home!

Centered Chef Teams Up with Poladora.com!

Ryan — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 22:30:00 +0000

For more information, please visit poladora.com/rsvp!

Last Call for the Detox!

Ryan — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 20:18:12 +0000

Don’t miss out. Registration will close this weekend for the Detox Workshop – our five week culinary program that proves the power of healthy eating.

The next edition starts Wednesday, January 2 with a complimentary Orientation session. The first day of the Detox begins Monday, January 7.

Registration is limited to the 24 people. Learn More and Register Here.

Hands-On Vegan 101 Cooking Class – Jan 23

Ryan — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:45:31 +0000

Join us for the foundations of delicious, vegan cooking!

Whether you are a long-time vegan or just want to include more healthy, plant-based meals into your diet, this class is for you! When learning to cook more from home, you control the food that nourishes your body while benefitting from the cost savings that are typically associated with a reliance on processed foods.

This class will feature the following:

Hands-on cooking class format with individual attention and Q & A with chefs – including a vegetarian chef.
Recipes that are simple enough to make every-day, but delicious enough to serve to guests or on special occasions.
Cooking techniques you can apply to many other dishes.
Vegan Registered Dietitian present to answer questions.
BYOB if you prefer.
This class is being offered at 50% off (usually $100 value).

For menu and registration details Click Here.

Chef Ryan’s latest live TV segment

Ryan — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 19:46:15 +0000

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It’s time for holiday parties! On WCIU’s “You and Me This Morning” talk show with Melissa Forman, Chef Ryan demonstrates some of his favorite recipes that take the labor out of your holiday event. Spend time with your guests, not in the kitchen, with tasty holiday appetizers that are big on taste and not the waist.

“Flavors of Fall Showdown” Recipe Contest Party at Centered Chef on 11/11

Ryan — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 17:58:48 +0000

Please join us for the “Flavors of Fall Showdown” Party by artizone.com and MyDailyFindChicago.com on November 11 to see which Chicago-area at-home cook takes home the Grand Prize – $500 to Artizone.com, a farm-to-table dinner for six at City Provisions and a chance to demo the winning dish live on WCIU’s You & Me This Morning. While guests await the announcement of the big winner, partygoers will enjoy complimentary food and drink including seasonal cheese pairings courtesy of the Great American Cheese Company and truffles from Katherine Anne Confections. Guests will also have the chance to sample Chef Ryan Hutmacher’s Thanksgiving Menu, available exclusively for delivery on Artizone.com (available for pre-order now).

Renowned DJ, Sadie Wood will be providing the music. Bring the kids –we’ll have tons of fun stuff for them to do too! A portion of the proceeds from the Flavors of Fall Showdown Party will benefit the Lakeview Food Pantry.

Tickets: Tickets are available for FREE through eventbrite. Kids are free!

Sunday, November 11 from 3:00-6:00 p.m.

Centered in 60 Seconds – How to Cut an Onion

Ryan — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 15:15:16 +0000

If you’ve ever wondered how to dice an onion, we keep it clean and simple with Chef Ryan’s demo. No matter what the purists say, this is the easy way!