Riverhouse Hospitality is proud to announce the appointment of Van Hurd as the Executive Chef for both Riverhouse Catering (exclusive caterer for the Connecticut Science Center and the New Britain Museum of American Art) and its Perfectly Prepared Gourmet to Go retail location in Cheshire, Connecticut.Chef Hurd returns to the chef helm after two successful runs on the popular TV show Gordon Ramsay's Hell’s Kitchen and acclaimed restaurant endeavors such as Sayulita and Taino’s Smokehouses.“I am so thrilled to be back at Riverhouse Catering. I’m excited to execute on my true passion for food and especially being part of our client’s weddings and other celebrations where the culinary creations are so important and appreciated,” said Hurd.Van joins the Riverhouse Hospitality family of incredible special event venues for weddings, corporate and social occasions including The Society Room of Hartford and The Riverhouse at Goodspeed Station in Haddam.

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