Patrick S. Ruisi

Owner & Executive Chef

Born in France, classically trained in France and Italy, Patrick has owned and operated several restaurants in Manhattan and upstate New York. FEAST's resident "artiste."

Peter Kupersmith

Owner

In charge of business operations, Peter is FEAST's “stage manager.” He keeps the logistic wheels turning smoothly, organizing, arranging, and supervising.

Kim Schlett

Sales and Command Center Strategist

Gets all the puzzle pieces to fit. When there's something tough that needs solving, we call on Kim, as our chief troubleshooter and "shrink."

Shelley Sakellariou

Event Specialist

Our "stagehand", she assists in the arranging, organizing and preparation of events and handles administrative tasks to ensure smooth business operations. Shelley is in charge of ordering paper clips.

Sharon Nolan

Head Chef

Culinary Magician. Walks tightropes, tames lions, swings from trapezes, fires cannons.

Maitre D’s

Pictured from left, Peggy Merced, Kim Schlett, Ellen Calandra, Ellen Dooley, and Rose Bohr. Collectively they have worked for FEAST for more than 60 years. Directors and choreographers of your event. Wonder Women. Rattle-proof.