A dinner in a fancy Chicago steak house ignited a passion in a young boy that would lead to him to becoming one the Southeast’s best chef’s. Executive Chef Todd Richards found his calling early in life; impressed with the food and presentation of his Chicago experience, he would set his sights on becoming the artist behind such great meals. Chef Todd Richards has worked at some of the top dining destinations in the Southeast, including the triple A five diamond rated Oakroom in Louisville, Kentucky, as well restaurants inside the Four Seasons and Ritz Carlton hotels. These days he is right in the heart of the vibrant Atlanta restaurant scene. He serves as Executive Chef for The Shed at Glenwood and The Pig and The Pearl. He has also taken his skills to the Food Network as a competitor on the show, Iron Chef.
