Nothing describes Celebrated Chef Michel Richard better than the title of his book, Happy in the Kitchen. The jovial Frenchman is full of smiles and humor and has such an entertaining persona that sometimes people forget that they are in the presence of one of the most respected chefs in the country. Enjoy a lively and high spirited demonstration of some of Michel's favorites and don't miss an opportunity to get an autograph.

Michel's second book Happy in the Kitchen published by Artisan in 2006, earned a 2007 James Beard Nomination for Cooking from a Professional Point of View. In January 2007 Central Michel Richard opened in downtown Washington, DC, and won the 2008 James Beard Best New Restaurant, The Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington 2008 Best Bar Scene, 2009 Power Spot of the Year, and continues as a favorite among the critics. In the fall of 2010, Michel, a modern French restaurant, opened at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner, and Sweet Magic, published by Harper Collins, hit the shelves nationwide.

Constantly engaged in something new, in the fall of 2011, the world will be dining at Central Michel Richard at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, the first-ever round-the-clock restaurant to be helmed by a James Beard award-winning chef. For those familiar with his "American cuisine with a French accent," they will be pleasantly surprised to know their favorite signature dishes will be offered at the new West Coast location.