Richard Hagen

TikTok: @richardeats | Instagram: @richardeats_

How long have you been cooking? 

I have been cooking regularly for about 2 years as of February 2022.

How did you get interested or introduced to cooking?

When the pandemic started in the U.S, and all of the restaurants shut down and quarantines took over, my wife and I could not go out to eat anymore or rely on Grandma to cook us dinner. I turned to content creators on YouTube, TikTok & Instagram to teach me simple things in the kitchen. I cook primarily BBQ, but do have a crockpot and an air fryer that I throw into rotation.

What is your best food memory? 

My favorite food memory just happened recently actually. My wife and I were invited as a guests down to San Morello restaurant/Shinola Hotel in Detroit to try an exclusive menu they were only running during a pop-up style event. The spread was absolutely incredible and the hospitality from the restaurant and hotel was un-matched. I ate the best meal of my life that night.

What is your favorite PS Product and why? 

Now this answer may change as I begin to try new products, but my favorite is the notorious P.I.G. It's not overwhelming, It's a good every day use for BBQ outside of Pork, and I always have it on hand.

What would you want as your last meal?

Bacon Cheeseburger with Onion Rings and Fried Pickles served with southwest sauce.

What dish/meal do you make on repeat?

I make this Macaroni and Cheese that is like five or six ingredients that always in rotation. It's easy, family loves it and I've never been able to make a better recipe for Mac & Cheese.