Chef’s Corner
Charles Lazzareschi, named Best Local Chef by the Madison Magazine Reader Poll, inherited an interest in cooking early by spending time at his father’s Italian restaurant in San Francisco. He has worked in hotels for the past thirteen years and prior to moving to Madison in 2006 was the executive chef for five years at the Embassy Suites in Denver, Colorado. He studied at the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco.
Charles manages the day-to-day food and beverage operations, which includes overseeing the Dayton Street Grille and banquet functions.
Recent appearances include:
- REAP Burgers and Brews (2010, 2011)
- REAP Day on the Farm (2010, 2011)
- REAP Chef’s Dinner (2011)
- March of Dimes Signature Chef Auction (2006-2011)
