Cooking with Angelo Vangelopoulos

For more than 20 years one local chef has been proving that food can be the means to connect us and foster community. Last week Angelo Vangelopoulos, chef and owner of the Ivy Inn, was recognized for his excellence when he was named a James Beard Award semifinalist in the best chef category.

In addition to his enthusiasm for cooking, Angelo shared his passion for changing the American plate. Yes, Americans need to eat less meat but Angelo’s message is not just one of deprivation. Indeed, he finds himself more and more drawn to the complexity and rewards of cooking vegetables these days.   

His hope for a more sustainable future stems from seeing a man revel in his market haul. He suggested that one day we might find a joy and entertainment in food rivaling that which our phones now provide.