Owner Chef

Peregrine is a love letter to the destinations and cultures that have shaped Rahman’s life’s journey – from his childhood home in South Asia to his new home in North Carolina. Rahman invites us to experience what first generation immigrant food means to him, modernized and refined in the American South.

NCRLA’s 2021 “Chef of the Year” and a classically trained chef with roots in Bangladesh, Rahman’s menu is a reflection of his journey, but also represents a broad horizon ahead.

Pastry Chef

For such a young Chef, Khoi brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the pastry program of Peregrine and many of his dishes recall fond memories of his childhood in Vietnam. After apprenticing at Jont in Washington DC, Khoi specializes in utilizing Asian flavors which only amplifies our paramount practice of telling, and celebrating, stories of heritage and tradition.he simply walked in our doors one day and our restaurant was forever changed. Khoi brings a delightful presence to the kitchen and our entire team and every dish he produces is a work of art.

Beverage Director

Zack Thomas is the Beverage Director for Peregrine & the restaurant’s sister bar, The Capulet Cocktail Club. A bartender-turned-mentor, Zack pairs careful craft with genuine warmth at the bar, and is one of the few North Carolinians to complete New York’s prestigious BAR 5 Day program. He leads with a simple belief: great hospitality is humble, precise, and human. Today he guides cocktail design, staff education, and service culture behind the bar, sharing his “Bartender’s Path” philosophy so that our guests feel cared for, our teams feel supported, and every drink tells a story.