Qi: (chē)  noun;  the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance of negative and positive forms in the body is believed to be essential for good health.

Chef: (shĕf)  noun;  a culinary craftsman specializing in designing, preparing, and selecting ingredients for exquisite dishes.

It was Hippocrates, the father of western medicine, that said "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food". He could be no closer to the truth. Every thing that we ingest becomes our being. If we eat an apple that has been sprayed with pesticides we take on the qualities of those pesticides along with the apple. If we eat an apple that has been grown organically, we take on the pure unhindered essence of the apple. An apple may keep the doctor away, but what about the pesticides?  By eating organic and supporting our local farmers, we maintain the vitality within our foodstuffs and allow for a daily intake of natural goodness. We would not serve it any other way.

Even the the subtle energetics of the positive and negative forms in Eastern thought are intrinsically tied to the foods we eat.  These energetic qualities are in all life and can be healing when in balance. Throughout the world's culinary traditions, we  have sweet, sour, salty, savory, bitter, spicy, and astringent parts to balance. Only in the perfectly balanced dishes and menus do we find the amazing flavors and combinations that become memorable delicacies.  It is also in that balance we find health and healing Qi. 

 The culinary arts can be an alchemical process where medicine and food are fused together with healing intention highlighting life's intrinsic energy, Qi. The culinary treats that we prepare are naturally iresistable because of this fusion.  Chef Patrick and his amazing staff bring you cuisine filled with goodness.

 Email him today at QiChef@gmail.com to start a menu for you.