Meet Chef RobeRto cRuz
An Unconventional Recipe for Success
From a humble bakery job in Chicago to a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef with 25 years of experience, Chef Roberto Cruz has crafted a remarkable culinary journey. Inspired by the love of his family and a passion for food, he turned a teenage necessity into a lifelong pursuit.
A Chef’s Journey
Early Experience
Chef Roberto Cruz got his start working at a neighborhood bakery and learned the ropes of sauté at an Italian restaurant.
Carpeting & Buddhism (huh?)
In order to provide for his family, the Chef took a hiatus and became a Master Carpet Installer. When an injury sidelined him, he turned to the art of mindfulness to guide him on his path forward.
Culinary School
Chef decided it was time to dive head-first into his passion for cooking. He graduated from Le Cordon Bleu where he acquired the skills that catapulted his evolution as a chef.
High-Profile Gigs
Chef honed in on his skills while working at the Westin O’Hare, House of Blues, and the Chicago Bears and cooking for a slew of celebrity clients.
Meeting his Muse
Chef’s continued dedication to mindfulness led him to the love of his life and most fervent supporter. Together, he and his wife Melissa have followed their bliss all the way to sunny Florida where they each run successful businesses.
The Next Chapter
Chef’s latest brainchild is Spice Care Plus, a no-sodium alternative to restaurant-quality seasonings. His dream is to make tasty and healthy food accessible to every home.
Celebrity List
ALEC BALDWIN
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DEEVO
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JENNY MCCARTHY
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NIEL ARMSTRONG
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MARY J. BLIGE
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CHICAGO BEARS CATERING
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BLUES BROTHERS
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GIN BLOSSOMS
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LIGHTNING
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TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
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N.Y. YANKEES
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DAVE BAUTISTA
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B-52s
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WORLD SERIES POKER PLAYERS
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ALEC BALDWIN │ DEEVO │ JENNY MCCARTHY │ NIEL ARMSTRONG │ MARY J. BLIGE │ CHICAGO BEARS CATERING │ BLUES BROTHERS │ GIN BLOSSOMS │ LIGHTNING │ TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS │ N.Y. YANKEES │ DAVE BAUTISTA │ B-52s │ WORLD SERIES POKER PLAYERS │
