FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE CHEF BARRY FLEISCHMANN has more than three decades of delighting the palates of diners with his culinary magic. Taking even the simple to the extraordinary realm, he puts his vision into reality using freshly sourced, local ingredients in tandem with the exotic to create a singular dining experience. The award-winning chef competed nationally and won a spot at an elite session at the School for American Chefs based at Beringer Vineyards in Napa Valley. For more than 30 years he was the founder and creative force behind one of Baltimore’s top catering operations that received high marks in the press and built a devoted fan base keen to sample the new culinary sensations Rachel’s has in store.