Testimonials

“He is creative, flexible, quick thinking, and able to adapt to suddenly hectic or unexpected situations  with great aplomb.” 
Frank D’Ambrosio,  Owner, Frankie, Johnnie, and Luigi Too, and New York Style Sausage Company, CA

”Chris was always concerned with maintaining the highest quality and standards. Some of his recipes, particularly for sausages and jerky, became signature dishes of Red Sage” 

Mark Miller Owner Coyote Café, NM and Red Sage, DC

"I first met Chris Swinyard when looking to create an upscale Mexican Restaurant and Tequila lounge.  Chef Swin did a tasting for our team and we were blown away.  We knew we had our guy.  We partnered with Swin and created Vida Mexican Kitchen y Cantina in Uptown Charlotte.  Although Chris has moved on to bigger and better things, Vida continues to thrive and his flavors and recipes are still enjoyed daily.....7 years later.  What a legacy he left. 
We saw so much skill, knowledge and talent in Swin that we had to have him involved in our concepts.  Therefore, in addition to Vida, he also consulted, led, coached and developed many of our other culinary leaders while leading the R & D process and menu development process for 5 of our other brands.
The man has made skills!"

Peter Hegele COO BMG/LLG, NC