Private Chef Jim Lama

Born and raised in the Caribbean to Middle Eastern parents, I draw from childhood memories to infuse my style of cooking. After moving to Canada and learning top European and West Coast techniques at the former Art Institute of Vancouver, I’ve garnered a wide array of worldly influences to create fusion dishes that tantalize your palate with new profiles.

As a professional chef with over 8 years of experience working in multiple operations - from hotels, to restaurants, to cafes, my goal is to bring the best of private dining to the comfort of your home.

For me, cooking is...

Cooking is an art that brings people together - a window into someone else's life, their influences, their upbringing, and their memories.

I learned to cook at...

..home, cooking with mom, before formalizing at Art Institute of Vancouver, where I graduated from their culinary arts and hospitality program in 2012