Chef Dermot Walsh
Private Chef In Prince EdwardGet to know me better
I try to add this balance in my cooking allowing for a balanced mind .The tastes include; sweet, salty, sour, pungent, astringent, and bitter
A graduate of Inter-Continental Hotel Dublin, Ireland, Delta Chelsea Inn Toronto Sous Chef, Hilton Harbour Saucier of the French restaurant Châteauneuf. Worked with Celeste and Giuliano Tonon from Da Cleleste Italy. Escoffier Club Toronto Professional Chefs of Toronto 1980 CCFCC Muskoka and District Chef's Association 1981.
More about me
For me, cooking is...
a passion for fine dining
I learned to cook at...
Inter-Continental Hotel Dublin,Four Seasons Hotel Toronto , Delta Chelsea Inn Toronto , Hilton Harbour Castle Toronto.
A cooking secret...
Provide “tricks of the trade” insights, special on food cost savings mastered the art of Saucier a trained professional chef and tradesman
My menus
MUHAMMARA with crostini
Beet Salad • Pickled Beets • Roasted Beets • Drunken Beets • Beet Tulie • Beet Carpaccio • Beet Gastrique • Beet Puree • Truffle oil • Fennel • Pineapple • Goat Cheese • Pistachio •
Arugula Blackberry Blueberry Avocado Salad lemon vinaigrette
Eggplant Caponata served chilled with or without a slice of ciabatta
Bouillabaisse is one of my favorite dish of French cuisine
Polenta tortellini with parmigiano reggiano, sage and autumn mushrooms
Lamb, Lemon and Olive Ragù with Gnocchi
Angus beef, brown mushrooms,greens of the season , peppercorn sauce .I will allow for a vegetarian version
Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani) rice Butter chicken, traditionally known as murgh makhani, is an Indian dish made from chicken with a spiced tomato and butter sauce not spicy but very tasty
Mackerel, cucumber & chilli, pickled berries. This is a dish which is not usually available in Canada ,however we have a connection for fresh Mackerel
Blueberry Cheesecake a Cheesecake with fresh tangy blueberry topping
Bolo de brigadeiro which is decadent chocolate cake
Chocolate Cobbler a warm, fudgy pudding covered with a moist chocolate cake
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Billi Bi An Elegant French Soup a very rich luxurious dish consisting of seafood and creamy sauce
Beets and Cavier rich and elegant a vibrant dish, packed with powerful, nutrient-rich Ingredients
Beets Cured Salmon tarrogon and horseradish ,the beet cured salmon is enfused with a traditional Scandinavin flavours
Orange , Watercrest ,Fennel , Sliced Almonds Orange Salad
Salad of Hericot Verts,tomato Tartar and Olive chive oil , tomato confit,shallots, and fresh chive and green beans .Amazing this has such rich flavours
Arugula Blackberry Blueberry Beets Avocado Salad lemon vinaigrette
Duck salad with beetroot and green beans and blueberry sauce. I choose something earthy to really complement the duck in this dish
Shrimp ,spicy Turmeric Coconut creamand rice dish, the shrimps are resting on a succulent creamy spicy sauce that will definitely be a dish to remember
Grilled Corn and Vegetables Market chowder a rich, hearty soup
Le Pappardelle Ragù alla bolognese is one of the most popular and loved Italian dishes of all time!
Authentic Chicken Marsala:Tender and juicy chicken breasts smothered in Marsala wine sauce, made even richer by the earthiness of the mushrooms
Roasted leg of Lamb Baba Ganoush and feta olive tomato salad
Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani) on a bed of rice Butter chicken, traditionally known as murgh makhani, is an Indian dish originating in Glasgow Scotland. It is a type of curry made from chicken with a spiced tomato and butter sauce known for its rich textu
Blueberry Cheesecake This Blueberry Cheesecake has a fresh tangy blueberry topping
Chocolate Cobbler a warm, fudgy pudding covered with a moist chocolate cake
Pavlova Meringue Layer Cake . Chocolate meringue, layered with vanilla bean whipped cream, topped with raspberries and chocolate shaving
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Watermelon Granny Smith Fennel and Goats Cheese Watermelon pairs well with Creamy Goats Cheese the tang of Apple and the aromatic flavor of fennel
Beef fillet tataki served with Ponzu Sauce a citrus-based sauce with a tart-tangy flavor similar to a vinaigrette
Salmon Sashimi served with a slightly sweet, tangy and fruity Yuzu derssing
Lobster salad diced mango ,scallions, red onion the juice of the lime, salt, pepper and served on wongtong
Blackberry Thyme Baked Brie En Croute :This baked brie recipe is made in puff pastry and baked!
Spring Vegetable and Coconut Polenta scallions and turmeric powder, asparagus, snap peas, and radishes .Everyone will simply devour this savory dish
Fresh, butterflied mackerel is served with a pickled tomato gribiche .A tasty course based on blue fish seasoned with a Mediterranean-flavored tomato sauce
Poached Shrimp in white wine with Beurre Blanc , The beurre blanc pairs wonderfully with almost any type of seafood
Duck salad with beetroot and green beans and blueberry sauce. I choose something earthy to really complement the duck in this dish
Le Pappardelle Ragù alla bolognese is one of the most popular and loved Italian dishes of all time!
Chicken Piccata The chicken is then simmered in a fresh lemon caper white wine sauce and a lemon pasta I will allow for a vegetarian version
Murgh makhani ( Buttered Chicken ) homemade Chutney , and Basmati rice
Fricassee of Shellfish : This very rich dish is for seafood lovers ,Shrimp, Mussells Clams and basil lemongrass and ginger
Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani) on a bed of rice
Authentic Chicken Marsala:Tender and juicy chicken breasts smothered in Marsala wine sauce, made even richer by the earthiness of the mushrooms
Venison fillet sous vide| Parsley root puree | Brussels sprouts | glazed onion | pomegranate sauce ( when available)
Beef Wellington an elegant main course, wrap tender filet mignon in buttery puff pastry mushroom duxcell and a Madera Sauce
Cherries Jubilee This dessert has been around since the late 1800’s when it was created by French chef, Auguste Escoffier for Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee celebration
Alaska au four :Baked Alaska a traditional dessert that consists of cake, a frozen ice cream center, and a coating of toasted marshmallowy meringue
Blueberry Cheesecake a Cheesecake with fresh tangy blueberry topping
Chocolate Cobbler a warm, fudgy pudding covered with a moist chocolate cake
Chocolate Budino: Pudino al Cioccolato is a rich and decadent Italian chocolate dessert
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Lentil soup : Made traditional French way. This nutritious, well-balanced soup is rich in protein, fiber, iron and folate
Creamy White Bean Kale Soup:This vegan white bean soup , featuring lemon, rosemary, creamy white beans, and chopped kale
Black Cherry-Pistachio Salad With Charred Scallion Vinaigrette
Arugula Blackberry Blueberry Beets Feta Avocado Salad lemon vinaigrette
Asian salad: Lots of vegetables: spinach, cucumbers, red bell pepper, carrots, sugar snap peas - all tossed in a delicious peanut dressing, and topped with roasted peanuts and sesame seeds
Vegan Chili with Black Beans and split red lentils
Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Mexican inspired topped off with black beans, tomato and corn
Authentic Chicken Marsala:Tender and juicy chicken breasts smothered in Marsala wine sauce, made even richer by the earthiness of the mushrooms
Chicken Tandoori the seasoning are garlic, onion, cayenne pepper, ginger, and garam masala
Mediterranean salmon bowl - a healthy dinner that is full of flavor, super satisfying with broccoli florets, hummus olives feta cheese and purple cabbage
Beef Filet ( Filet Migeon ) with Madera Sauce and Mushrooms as a side order
Caramelized Fruit,peaches, fresh blueberries, with cinnamon, and brown sugar
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Salade tiède de canard à la betterave et à la grenade: duck salad with beetroot and green beans
Baked feta and tomatoes:This Baked Feta , tomatoes, fresh garlic, olive oil, and dried herbs. Baked together with a block of feta cheese until it’s warm and creamy
Blackberry arugula and feta Avacado salad
Authentic Chicken Marsala:Tender and juicy chicken breasts smothered in Marsala wine sauce, made even richer by the earthiness of the mushrooms
Shrimp Burrie Blanc which is shrimps in a warm emulsified butter sauce made with a reduction of white wine and shallots butter
Sole ( Meuniere) ; Sole, cooked in lemon butter sauce with capers, this classic Sole Meuniere
Beef Filet with Madeira Sauce over a bed of Potato puree and seasonal vegetable
Chicken Tandoori the seasoning are garlic, onion, indian chilli, lime or lemon, and garam masala papadums and basmati rice
Cherries Jubilee This dessert has been around since the late 1800’s when it was created by French chef, Auguste Escoffier for Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee celebration
Baked Alaska a traditional dessert that consists of cake, a frozen ice cream center, and a coating of toasted marshmallowy meringue
Vietnamese Banana Bread Pudding (Banh Chuoi Nuong) A sweet and fragrant indulgence, Vietnamese Banana Bread Pudding with rum-marinated bananas is delicious
Blueberry Cheesecake a Cheesecake with fresh tangy blueberry topping
Cherry Clafoutis ( pronounced Kla-Foo-Tee) A french dessert cherries and baked custard
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Tomato Cucumber Raita consists of cucumber, tomatoes, onion, cilantro and a little jalepenõ. Mixed in a bowl with yogurt cumin seeds and mustard seeds and few jalepenõ
Wonton Soup bowl is full of tender, pillowy, plump wontons floating along with bok choy and mushrooms in warm broth
THAI Fish Cakes ; they are FABULOUS! A classic Thai street food and my favourite starter
Korean Marinated Eggs – Mayak Gyeran with rice ready these are delicious, garlicky, and savory
Chicken Tandoori the seasoning are garlic, onion, cayenne pepper, ginger, and garam masala . Naan Bread on the Table in large serving platter
Murgh makhani ( Buttered Chicken ) pappadums and homemade Chutney and pickled onions Basmati rice
Broccoli with Garlic Sauce, Crispy tender broccoli coated in a glossy thick garlicky sauce with umami flavours
Shrimp Egg Rolls :Egg Rolls are filled with delicious shrimp, slaw
Spicy Szechuan noodles with garlic chili oil made with Lao Gan Ma chili crisp & fresh herbs
Taiwanese beef rolls consist of sliced braised beef, wrapped with hoisin sauce, scallion, and cucumber in a scallion pancake
Vietnamese Banana Bread Pudding (Banh Chuoi Nuong) A sweet and fragrant indulgence, Vietnamese Banana Bread Pudding with rum-marinated bananas is delicious
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Starter: Lobster Bisque :Lobster a classic entree of French origin, and it's a rich creamy, smooth, and flavorful soup based on strained lobster broth
Arugula Blackberry Blueberry Beets Feta Avocado Salad
Shellfish soup with porcini mushrooms and black truffle oil
Scallop poached in white wine gives the taste of the sea and, second, a long, nutty, buttery flavour, as well as a dense, melting, moist texture on a bed of burnt corn
Entrecote Bordelaise, or Bordeaux style steak, combines the richness of a hearty steak with a flavorful red wine sauce . This is a New York striploin cooked whole and sliced thin served with a rich red wine sauce
Beef Wellington . Filet migion withe mushroom duxcell in a puff pastry
Salmon, Bok Choy Lemongrass and ginger Broth
Baked Alaska a traditional dessert that consists of cake, a frozen ice cream center, and a coating of toasted marshmallowy meringue
Blueberry Cheesecake a Cheesecake with fresh tangy blueberry topping
Tiramisu is an Italian Classic dessert
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Butternut Squash Soup: made with local Squash traditional with sage, rosemary, and topped off with scented croutons
Beetroot Apple Mille-Feuille
Le Pappardelle Ragù alla bolognese is one of the most popular and loved Italian dishes
Grilled Shrimp Burrie Blanc
Beef Filet with Madeira Sauce On The Side
Chicken Kiev is a classic Eastern European dish of tender, juicy, chicken with brandy butter and wrapped in a crispy coat of breading served with a Mederia Sauce
Baked Alaska : a traditional dessert that consists of cake, a frozen ice cream center, and a coating of toasted marshmallowy meringue
Blueberries and basil ice cream and berries
Blueberry Cheesecake a Cheesecake with fresh tangy blueberry topping
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