You just never know when and where you'll meet people. I met Chef Charles late last September and I have grown to respect his talent and craft with food. Actually, food would be an understatement. What I really mean is, this guy can cook. No, that doesn't sound just right either.

If you want attention to detail and a culinary experience from a master chef, meet Charles.

That's more like it. I caught up with Chef Charles (and Chef Rick) in a West Loop loft to capture the magic in the making at one of Avanti Gourmet's latest events.

I'm a sucker for his black truffle honey. I'd eat that on a piece of old lunch meat.

Chef: Charles Webb, http://www.avantigourmetcatering.com/