Chris Rubinstein is a chef and culinary instructor with over 25 years of experience working in kitchens around the country. His career has taken him through a wide range of culinary environments—from high-volume restaurants and luxury private homes to working directly with farms, ranches, and even stadium kitchens in major sports arenas.

He has cooked in cities like Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Portland, and Jackson Hole, and spent time teaching at a culinary school in Hua Hin, Thailand. Along the way, he’s developed a teaching style that’s grounded, approachable, and focused on building real skills through hands-on experience.

Chris specializes in whole-food, vegetable-forward cooking that’s full of flavor and easy to recreate at home. In addition to teaching, he’s also a skilled knife maker and often brings his handcrafted culinary knives into class to share knife techniques and care tips.

Whether you’re brand new to the kitchen or looking to deepen your skills, Chris creates a relaxed, informative environment where everyone feels welcome—and leaves inspired to cook more.