Chef John Richard

Private Chef In Pittsburgh

John Richard is a former fine dining chef, non-profit kitchen manager, touring performer and now makes his way as a private chef, bringing delicious food and wonderful dinner parties to your home.

The menu you order from Pinch Me! Dining will have been created especially for you, by Chef John Richard himself. Free from the overload and distractions of a busy restaurant kitchen, Chef John is able to put his entire focus into your meal. He takes his time doing it “right”, often taking days to complete a single dish.

When you go to a restaurant, your food is rarely prepared by the chef, themself. With Pinch Me! Dining(and takeachef.com), your food is only prepared by the chef.

For me, cooking is...

It's the best way I know how to show people I care.

I learned to cook at...

I've learned so much, from so many chefs, at so many restaurants over the years, but my time with chef Trevet @ Legume Bistro were my most meaningful.

A cooking secret...

Keep it simple, make it nice.

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Chef John's reviews

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27 services

Chef John was amazing! He was fun, attentive, and most importantly, made amazing food. We were so full and happy at the end of the meal. Would highly recommend him! We loved everything about the experience.

Chef john was amazing. Communicated well the whole time and delived amazing meals and an amazing experience. Would highly recommend.

Chef John was a joy to our evening and the menu and food were so delightful and on point! It was such a great experience altogether.

Our group had a great experience with Chef John. After my initial request for a chef, he contacted us quickly with his menu options and quote. He was proactive about communications reaching out to me several times before the dinner. He arrived within the time frame that he told us he would. He worked quickly and pleasantly. And most importantly his food was INCREDIBLE. Our menu included bruschetta, crab cakes, short ribs, and dessert. All courses were delicious. I would highly recommend Chef John.

Chef John was outstanding. His menu was custom to our influence but with his twist with honoring his true specialties. Every dish served left us in awe and excited for the next. Beautiful presentation, wonderful engagement and will hire again and again! Highly recommend!

We had a great experience. The chef was professional, skilled in cooking, and polite. A memory that will last forever.

Our dinner was incredible. Everything was delicious, the lamb was cooked to perfection. Highly recommend.

This was second time having Chef John Richard for a small dinner party and he is amazing. Great food, outstanding personality and nothing but professional. We will definitely be planning another even with him.

The taste & presentation of the food was some of the best Ive had. Chef John was courteous & smooth transition between courses. Highly recommended & hope to have the opportunity again!

What a wonderful anniversary celebration thanks to Chef John's expertise and friendly personality. My husband's meat dishes were cooked to perfection and my vegetarian dishes were delicious. The presentation of each dish was creative and festive.

Chef John put together a wonderful evening for us! He was responsive to our feedback on the menu and the food was top notch! He was communicative, punctual and engaging with our dinner guests. Would recommend Chef John for your next engagement!

We had a wonderful experience. The food was great, the presentation was great and we enjoyed our evening entirely.