Chef Alex Chen is the culinary Executive Chef of two restaurants in Vancouver, Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar and Wild Blue Restaurant. He has also won Iron Chef and has been a Chef judge for the Wall of Chef. He loves to cook, and his passion for cooking for his family has no bounds. Learn more about Alex!

John Forcier is the Director of Culinary Operations at Equal Parts Hospitality. He is a catering Chef and a Chef at three restaurants in the Hamilton area. While his passion for the restaurant industry keeps him busy he manages to balance his love of work and family life. Learn more about John!

Murali Thamba is the owner and head chef of Brindleberry Catering & Events, serving the Toronto area. From weddings to corporate events every catering opportunity is an experience. Learn more about Murali as we discuss his flavour philosophy, owning a catering business, and his favourite signature dish.

André Rhoden is the owner of private dining and in-home catering, Tasty Solutions. André along with his team prepares luxury fine dining experiences. Learn more about André as we ask him our quickfire questions.

Erica Karbelnik is the co-owner of Bring on the Karbs Catering and Private Events with her husband Josh, a mother and Top Chef Canada winner. There is nothing this chef can’t handle! Learn more about Erica.

Daniel A. Calabrese is a young chef who is thriving in his career. From being a part of Culinary Team Canada to competing in the Culinary World Cup and IKA Culinary Olympics, Daniel is constantly mastering his skills to develop and grow in the culinary industry. Learn more about Daniel.

Patrick McMurray, known as "Shucker Paddy" in his career, is a master in all things oyster shucking. He shows off his skills at events and teaches a course to those who want to learn the art of shucking oysters. Learn more about Patrick as he shares with us his favourite oysters to eat, and the best tools you will need to get started.

Top Chef and All-Star winner Nicole Gomes is a Vancouver chef and co-founder of Calgary’s Cluck N Cleaver. Learn more about Chef Nicole as she answers our pressing quickfire questions on her flavour philosophy, first job in the industry, and how she came to be the co-owner of a very successful fried chicken joint.