Executive Chef, Albert Maykel, III
Cooking Philosophy:
“Cooking is an art. Recipes are great guidelines for us to follow, but a true chef follows his heart, stomach and tongue.”
Born and raised in Central MA, Chef Al Maykel spent his early years watching his mother create elaborate, delicious home cooked meals in her kitchen. He developed an appreciation early on for the flavors and cooking techniques unique to various international cuisines, igniting his culinary career.
After years of working in some impressive kitchens including Worcester Country Club, Pearl Oyster, and Tatnuck Country Club, he would take the helm of culinary operations in his own restaurant, opening the doors of EVO Dining in 2008 with sibling and Co- Owner, Celeste Maykel.
His menu at EVO is accessible and fresh, featuring an array of inventive dishes pleasing the diverse clientele they serve. While his guests enjoy a stellar menu in- house, his true talents are best reflected when cooking for private dinner engagements, fine dining cuisine, and multi-course menu tastings. It is here that Chef has the freedom to experiment and create, and where he truly shines as a culinary master.
When Chef Maykel is not hard at work, he is anything but complacent. Outside his passion for cooking, he enjoys fishing, paintball, target shooting, and an array of winter sports. He is an avid movie buff and a gamer, but can often be spotted hiking with his fiancé and their two Boxers near their home in Rutland.
ChefAl@evodining.com |
Albert Maykel, III and Celeste Maykel-Zack |