Chef Michael Riffelmacher
Chef At Home in Derby
Get to know me better
I’m a trained chef with restaurant and Army competition experience who loves crafting memorable, personalized dining experiences.
I am a classically trained chef who began my culinary journey in Boulder, Colorado, where I graduated from culinary school and worked in several respected local restaurants. My career also includes serving as a competition leading chef in the U.S. Army, an experience that sharpened my discipline, creativity, and ability to perform under pressure. Today, I bring that same level of precision and passion into creating personalized dining experiences for my clients.

More about me
For me, cooking is...
For me, cooking is the perfect blend of precision, creativity, and hospitality.
I learned to cook at...
I learned to cook at the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts in Boulder, Colorado, and refined my craft working in kitchens such as BRU Boulder,
A cooking secret...
My secret in the kitchen is knowing when to let ingredients shine and when to elevate them with technique.
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