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Meet: Chef Sid Gongwer by Mike Petrucelli photos by Mike Deak
Sid Gongwer, the executive chef at Ruhe152 in Nappanee, started as a busboy in his native Los Angeles, and then headed straight to the kitchen after culinary school at Le Cordon Bleu in Pasadena, California. He says he’s only worked in restaurants, but this does not infer limitation or lack of experience. Reality is quite the contrary. 54
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is first job was at Los Angeles’ famed Chateau Marmont, where he met celebrities from Lionel Richie to Lindsay Lohan (ask him about those stories), but he has also cooked as a private chef—on cruise ships and in mansions. Nappanee may be a ways from the Hollywood Hills, both literally and figuratively, but Gongwer’s experience and influence is a key part to the cool modern vibe that Ruhe152 brings to lakes country. LAKELife readers, meet Chef Sid Gongwer.
Ruhe152 Restaurant, Brewery and Distillery 152 W. Market St. Nappanee 574.832.7843 www.ruhe152.com
