Our Team
Bryce D. Hardy, Owner
Bryce Hardy knew when he and his wife Kerri and their daughter moved to Wethersfield that this would be the perfect setting for his life long vision to create a new kind of dining experience. He finally realized that dream in 2019, with the purchase of the E. G Robbins House in Old Wethersfield. After almost two decades in the restaurant and hospitality industry, he knew it was time to bring his vision to life. Combining his love for great food, creative cocktails, and exceptional service Bryce began to build his team with the best in the business. He opened the doors to The Charles on June 15th, 2020.
Nyeemah Hightower, Executive Pastry Chef
A Hartford native with over a decade in the pastry world, Nyeemah Hightower built her name in some of Connecticut’s top kitchens and as the founder of Sweet Tooth, a Windsor bakery that earned national attention after being featured by The Hartford Courant. The story was picked up by outlets such as The Washington Times, and AP News, celebrating her successes and community-driven approach. Known for her bold flavors, refined technique, and modern takes on nostalgic desserts, Nyeemah’s work bridges fine dining precision with soulful, memorable sweets. Her passion for storytelling through pastry makes her the perfect addition to lead our dessert program into its most exciting chapter yet.