FRONTDOORS MAGAZINE | 89 KITCHEN DOORS ‘Chopped’ winner focuses on creativity and hospitality Photos by EatDrink Creative Agency BY SHOSHANA LEON CHEF Cory Oppold has worked for some of Arizona’s most acclaimed restaurants and chefs. In May 2023, he opened his own restaurant in Scottsdale called Course. “I’ve been dreaming about having my own restaurant since I was in culinary school,” he said. “It’s everything and more that I hoped for, and it’s been really fun building it.” Chef Cory Oppold Sets a Course for Fine Dining