His name was Vincent Drago. He and Chef Mike met in 1988 on their fourth day at culinary school. They became great friends and as budding top-notch chefs both Michael and Vincent were passionate about food. They truly loved the craft they were perfecting - cooking - and put all their efforts, passion and love into the dishes they'd create. When either Chef Mike or Vincent would see or produce something particularly spectacular they would both pause, turn to each other and say one all encompassing word, "Love."

FOOD of LOVE was born.

Over the years, Chefs Michael & Wendy had considered writing a cookbook numerous times but were always deterred by the competitive task of getting someone to publish their book. (There are a few million people out there trying to get published!) Instead of waiting, they decided to bypass the issue and took a entirely different path.

A cookbook on disc that operates just like a website was something new.

FOOD of LOVE - a Digital Cookbook was born.

FOOD of LOVE is a compilation of recipes from the experiences of Chefs Michael & Wendy's lives. FOOD of LOVE represents places Michael & Wendy have lived or visited, mentors, people they've worked with, friends and family. It was created with the same passion for food they hope to pass on to everyone who prepares the dishes on this disc. Along with a passion for food, we enjoy an equal interest in the role both wine and beer play in any meal. We have included general suggestions for pairing these dishes with wine and beer that are simple to follow.

Creating FOOD of LOVE was an adventure. This cookbook was produced entirely in-house, including "guerilla" photography by Chef Mike. We wanted to show that cooking incredible food doesn't require a million dollar studio set. Everything you see here is what the chefs and cooks produce everyday at the restaurant. In fact, if you look closely at some, you'll notice the photos were shot in the Rosemary's Restaurant kitchen. This cookbook is incredibly user-friendly because you can view any recipe by just the click of a mouse and you can print just the recipes you need, just when you need them. FOOD of LOVE is a cookbook for the future.

These recipes are the dishes we serve our guests every single day.
This is our passion.

This is FOOD of LOVE. Enjoy!