Introduction: Chef Royal believes that good food should mirror good wine; the structure should have a front, middle and back, and the tastes should be layered, balancing flavor and texture. Signature dishes, such as chili-crusted pork tenderloin with braised winter greens, twice-baked pumpkin and cranberry relish to pan-seared sea bass with roasted fingerling potatoes, apple wood-smoked bacon and Brussels sprout leaves, exemplify his style. Royal favors local, seasonal and organic ingredients, whenever possible.
Seeking a more balanced lifestyle after the birth of his first child, Royal started his independent venture to pursue his vision of working with clients one-on-one to share his knowledge and to provide a restaurant-quality experience for clients in their home or business.