Rosendale Ventures

Chef Rich Rosendale offers a diverse portfolio of premium culinary brands, innovative restaurant concepts, and high-quality services. From unique dining experiences and catering services to culinary training and exclusive product lines, Rosendale Ventures showcases a commitment to excellence and innovation in the culinary world.

Rosendale Collective, led by Certified Master Chef Rich Rosendale, is the creative force behind Rosendale Concepts. We develop and manage top-tier culinary brands and projects, offering diverse experiences from acclaimed restaurants to culinary training centers.

Roots 657

Roots 657

Roots 657 is an eat-in and take-out café and market featuring the best from local artisans to our award winning smoked meats, house-made soups, salads, sandwiches, and fresh-baked goods.

Rosendale Events

Rosendale Events

Rosendale Events, exclusive caterer for Southern Exchange Ballrooms at 200 Peachtree, operates in a historic venue with five event spaces. We've catered prestigious global events, including BTS VIP experiences, Las Vegas Raiders games, and the Masters. From Atlanta to Dubai, we deliver world-class catering experiences.

RC Culinary Lab

The RC Culinary Lab is the commissary kitchen for the Rosendale brands, serving the brands' restaurants, wholesale, and e-commerce divisions. This facility ensures consistent quality and innovation across all Rosendale culinary ventures.

RC Training

RC Training

Rosendale Training is the premier culinary training program in the world, offering world-class culinary workshops in collaboration with chefs from around the globe. We host top-tier culinary training through our public and custom courses, tailored to meet the specific needs of your company. Learn from Rosendale Certified instructors and elevate your culinary skills to new heights.

Rosendale Online

Rosendale Online offers culinary resources for chefs, home cooks, and students. Access recipes, video tutorials, and master classes led by Chef Rosendale and other experts. Enjoy BBQ sessions, innovative recipes, and exclusive discounts. Join our food-loving community.

FORKLIFT

FORKLIFT

FORKLIFT is a boutique culinary school and culinary-oriented event venue and collaborative workspace in the heart of Leesburg, Virginia—just 45 minutes from our nation’s capital. Classes are offered for all skill levels, from kids' summer camps to high-end plating classes. The space is also available for rent for private events and corporate functions.

Rich's Backyard BBQ

Rich’s Backyard Brand

Rich's Backyard Brand offers Chef Rosendale's signature spice blends, premium smoked meats, and aged steaks. This brand brings the flavors of his backyard BBQ expertise directly to your home.

Roots Local Catering

Roots Local Catering

Roots Local Catering serves the DC metro area with a menu featuring BBQ favorites from the popular restaurant Roots 657. We offer box lunches and full-service catering to meet the needs of any event.