Pete Moreno, a Colorado Springs native and graduate of Wasson High School, has made quite a name for himself in our culinary community.
After 16 years as executive chef at MacKenzie’s Chop House, he joined the popular steakhouse Prime25 as executive chef in July. While it might not have been the best time to start anew in the restaurant business due to the pandemic, Prime25’s loyal customers have kept Moreno a busy chef.
Working in upscale restaurants isn’t new to Moreno. But it’s impressive considering his training has only been in the kitchens where he has been employed, and not culinary school.
Wake up, Colorado Springs, with a free breakfast sandwich from Einstein Bros. Bagels beginning Jan. 15, National Bagel Day, through the end of the month. Here’s the deal: Customers who order ahead using the Einstein app can select one of the 11 egg sandwiches choices free with their purchase. Bestsellers include:
• The Farmhouse with eggs, thick-cut bacon, smoked ham and cheddar cheese. It’s finished with a creamy country pepper shmear on cheesy hash brown gourmet bagel.
• The Chorizo Sunrise with chorizo sausage, avocado, cheddar cheese, eggs and jalapeño salsa shmear on green chile gourmet bagel.
• The All-Nighter with eggs, thick-cut bacon, American cheese and creamy jalapeño garlic aioli on a cheesy hash brown gourmet bagel.