My Story

Chef Carl Hazel offers expertise in a wide range of culinary methods — including farm-to-table, whole-animal cooking, butchery and charcuterie — as well as experience in creative menu creation.

A self-trained cook, Carl got his start working underneath his sister, head chef at Royal N’Orleans, a former landmark in the Cape Girardeau restaurant scene. Carl says he has spent decades studying and honing his craft, 

Carl has honed his skills in a career spanning over two decades, during which he has worked and offered leadership in the kitchens at several of St. Louis’ favorite restaurants such as The Scottish Arms, 1111 Mississippi, Sqwires, Gamlin Whiskey house, and Oakedstl. Throughout his career, Carl has also competed in (and won!) some of the city’s best-known food events, including Taste of St. Louis and RFT Iron Fork (winner, 2011).