Chef Patrick Ruffolo

Chef At Home in Chicago
Chef Patrick Ruffolo

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I love creating memorable dishes and meals for people to enjoy.

I’m a Chicago-based chef with over 18 years of experience working in acclaimed kitchens across Chicago, New York, and the Southeast. My background spans pasta-focused restaurants, fine dining, and chef-driven concepts, where I’ve led teams, developed menus, and executed thoughtful, ingredient-driven cuisine. I’m passionate about bringing restaurant-quality food into more personal settings, creating memorable meals that balance technique, seasonality, and comfort—whether for intimate dinners, private events, or ongoing private chef work.

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More about me

For me, cooking is...

For me cooking is care, comfort, and respect. Its my passion in life and a source of perpetual learning.

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook at the Culinary Institute of the Carolinas and through various acclaimed restaurants across the country.

A cooking secret...

Developing layers of flavor. Keeping quality ingredients simple and let them shine.

My menus

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