Located in the historic Sam Houston Homestead and Museum District 1215 19th Street Huntsville Texas 936-291-7366; fax 936-291-7413 |
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| About Chef John When people ask me where I got my start as a chef, I often talk about my time in Hawai'i or my stints at the Mansion on Turtle Creek or the Texas Club in Dallas, but I must acknowledge that my roots in this profession really began with my fascination of Graham Kerr, the "Galloping Gourmet." As a small boy, I chose Kerr over Saturday morning cartoons and on rainy and sick days when I was confined to the indoors. The fascination for food and cooking that was instilled by Kerr's quirky performances quickly grew into a passion for experimentation and adventure. That passion has directed every decision I have made. As a chef, the choices I have made in regards to ingredients, presentation and the incorporation of a wide variety of distinct, and sometimes previously unmatched ethnic traditions, have reflected that passion and brought their own special rewards, both professionally and personally. My culinary repertoire includes experience with New American, Chinese, Polynesian, Japanese, Portuguese, French, Southwest and German cuisines. For a little "interest," I occasionally throw in a smattering of Mediterranean, Creole, African and traditional "Southern" cooking. My goal is to offer my customers, friends and family a chance to "come home" - to take off their jackets and ties if they wish, and to comfortably settle in with recognizable food that incorporates the diversity of a World Cuisine and sparks the imagination while simultaneously warming the soul. |
| Chef/Owner John Eschenfelder with his parents Charles and Sally |
