Chef Haley Allen
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Passionate, vibrant and experienced Personal Chef who specializes in providing bespoke catered luxury vacation experiences.
Hi, I'm Haley--a professional chef who grew up and trained in Toronto.
After five years in the industry, I became the Executive Chef of a large Italian restaurant downtown.
Since then, I moved out to BC to cook at the #1 Lodge in North America.
From there, a business grew organically once VIP dinner clients started requesting me to cook for them on their luxury vacations. I provide customized, multi-course, fine dining meals as well as the options for wine and cocktail pairings.
My clients say that not only do they love the food and service experience, they love the freedom that not shopping, cooking, or cleaning while on vacation brings to them.
Not going on vacation? No problem, I still do single-night dinner parties and cocktail parties.
Get in touch and let's plan your special event!
More about me
For me, cooking is...
a way to spread joy and create memorable experiences shared with friends and family
I learned to cook at...
several restaurants in Toronto and by doing my Red Seal Culinary Apprenticeship at George Brown College. I was lucky to have some incredible mentors.
A cooking secret...
using the best quality fresh ingredients and making everything from scratch .
My menus
Basic OR Premium Cheese and Charcuterie Board with Olives, Crackers, Crudité, Fig Jam and Mustard (Premium Local Charcuterie and Fine Local and European Cheeses available for +$50)
Artichoke, Spinach, Basil, Parmigiano and Asiago Puff Pastry Pinwheels with Confit Garlic and Herb Aioli, Microgreens
Duck Confit with Caramelized Fennel and Onion, Pomegranate Molasses and Micro Arugula on Crostini (or Endive)
Classic Beef Tartare Spoons (2x each) with Shallots, Dijon, Quail Egg, Capers, Parmigianno Reggianno and Maldon Salt. Served with Crostini (or Endive)
Grilled Zucchini and Mushroom Vol au Vents with Cambazola, Fresh Herbs and Toasted Almonds
Prosciutto-wrapped Melon and Asparagus Spears with Sheep's Milk Cheese and Balsamic Reduction
Baked Feta Dip with Sundried Tomato, Artichoke, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Fresh Herbs, Homemade Pita Chips
Phyllo Wrapped Baked Brie with Blistered Grapes, Maple Roasted Pecans,
Classic Bruschetta with Heirloom Tomatoes on Fresh Garlic Sourdough, Local Basil Microgreens
Home-Cured Duck Breast with Blueberry and Balsamic Compote, Seed Cracker, Microgreens
Sea Bream Crudo with Olive, Fennel, Orange, Shallot and Local Microgreens. Special Italian Olive Oil, Meyer Lemon and Maldon
Roasted Wild Mushroom, Caramelized Onion, Camembert and Chive Puff Pastry Bouchée
Crab, Prawn and Rainbow Pepper Salad on Endive Spoon (2x each) with Avocado, Cucumber, Lemon Crema
Ceviche Spoons with Tuna, Scallop or Shrimp (2x each) with Avocado, Red Onion, Mango, Red Pepper and Lime
Home-Cured Citrus Salmon with Gin-Marinated Cucumbers and a Dill, Caper, Shallot Crema on Crostini
Cavalo Nero Salad--Blistered Red and Green Grapes, Pecorino, Toasted Walnuts and Currants with Chiffonade Dinosaur Kale massaged in Champagne Maple Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad-- Classic Romaine (or Kale), Homemade Garlic Croutons and Dressing, Crisp Pancetta, Parmigianno Reggiano
Classic French Celeri Remoulade with Tarragon, Parsley, Lemon Aioli and Capers
Harvest Salad--Maple Roasted Carrots, Apples and Rutabaga with Fresh Fiore Di Latte, Toasted Sunflower Seeds, Local Greens and Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Beet Salad-- Roasted Red and Pickled Golden Beets, Whipped Ricotta and Goats Cheese, Arugula, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Balsamic Reduction, Maldon Salt
Finocchio Salad-- Shaved Fennel, Orange and Blood Orange Segments, Lightly Pickled Shallot, Toasted Pistachio, Orange Champagne Vinaigrette
Homemade Soups-- Choice of Spiced Butternut Squash with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds and Apple Chips, Roasted Cauliflower and Chestnut Soup with Crème Fraiche and Herbs, Ginger Miso Roasted Carrot with Chili Garlic Oil, or Wild 5 Mushroom Soup with Caramelized Onion, Crème Fraîche and Chives
Homemade Gazpacho -- Choice of Ajo Blanco (White Gazpacho with Green Grapes, Tamari Almonds), Green Goddess Gazpacho with Lemon Yogurt, Charred Corn and Capsicum Gazpacho with Crispy Pancetta, Classic Tomato Gazpacho
Coq Au Vin-- Chicken cooked with Red wine, Caramelized Onions, Bacon, Bone Broth and Herbs. Served with Fondant Potatoes and Roasted Local Carrots
Traditional Beef Bourguignon with Robouchon-style Pommes Purées (Mashed Potatoes) and Fresh Herbs
Calamari and Shrimp with Roasted Tomato, Confit Garlic and Caramelized Onion Sauce served with Warm Farro and Grilled Vegetable Salad
Greek Chicken served on Orzo Salad with Blistered Tomatoes, Caramelized Onion, Roasted Zucchini, Chickpeas, Spinach, Feta and Fresh Herb Vinaigrette
Handmade Gnocchi (Flavours: Lemon Sage Brown Butter Sauce, OR Pomodoro with Blistered Tomatoes and Basil Sauce, OR Gorgonzola Cream Sauce with Pancetta and Toasted Nuts)
Handmade Pappardelle (Flavours: Pomodori--San Marzano Tomato, Blistered Local Tomatoes, Basil and Parmigiano; OR Funghi--Wild Mushroom with Truffled Cream Sauce and Parsley(Add Braised Short Rib +$7/person); OR Puttanesca--Tomato, Olives, Capers, Anchovy and Garlic; OR Homemade Pesto with Arugula, Walnuts, Basil, Pine Nuts, Parmigiano; OR Bolognese)
Perfectly Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples. Apricot, Walnut and Rosemary Chutney. Served with Seasonal Vegetables and Fondant Gold Potatoes
Specialty Risotto (Flavours: Funghi--Wild Mushroom with Parmigiano (Add Braised Short Rib +$7 per person); Barbietola--Beet and Mascarpone with Chives; Zucca--Squash with Pancetta; Nero-- Prawns and Cuttlefish Ink)
Angel Food Cake with Freshly Whipped Cream, Berries and Mint
Apple Cake with Edible Gold Flakes, Caramel Sauce and Whipped Cream
Apple Tart Tatin (Large or Minis) with French Vanilla Ice Cream
Cheesecake with Almond Crust, Berry Coulis and Fresh Berries (Gluten Free)
Kaluha Dark Chocolate Mousse served with Fresh Raspberries and Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans (Gluten Free)
Lemon and Madagascar Vanilla Panna Cotta, Blueberry Compote, Fresh Blueberries
Pavlova with Lemon Curd, Macerated Strawberries, Fresh Strawberries and MInt
Sticky Date Toffee Pudding with Vanilla Ice Cream, Toasted Nuts and Fresh Apple
Red Velvet Birthday Cake with Cream Cheese Buttercream Icing and Shaved Chocolate
Rich Dark Chocolate Fudge Cake with Fresh Berries (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)
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Fresh BC Oysters served with Homemade Mignionette, Freshly Grated Horseradish, Lemon, Hot Sauce
Classic Beef Tartare Spoons with Shallots, Dijon, Quail Egg, Capers, Parmigianno Reggianno and Maldon Salt. Served with Crostini (or Endive)
Home-Cured Citrus Salmon with Gin-Marinated Cucumbers, Dill, Caper, Shallot and Crema on Crostini
Roasted Wild Mushroom, Camembert and Chive Puff Pastry Bouchée
Lobster and Prawn Salad with Asparagus and Lemon Herb Aioli served on Endive and topped with Trout Roe
Home-Cured Duck Breast with Blueberry and Balsamic Compote on Buttered Crostini and Radish Microgreens
Local Charcuterie and Cheese Platter with Homemade Pickled Local Vegetables, Olives, Nuts, Mustard and Compote. Served with Baguette
Mini Brioche Toasts with Foie Gras and Red Onion Jam, Local Arugula Microgreens
Niçoise Salad with Seared Ahi Tuna, Soft Boiled Quail Egg, French Beans, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Tomatoes, Niçoise Olives and Red Wine Vinaigrette
Classic French Celeri Remoulade with Tarragon, Parsley, Lemon Aioli and Capers
Duck Confit and Caramelized Onion and Leek Galette with Sheep's Milk Cheese and Fresh Chives
Sea Bream Crudo with Olive, Fennel, Orange, Shallot and Local Microgreens. Special Olive Oil, Meyer Lemon and Maldon Salt
Grenouille à la Meunière--Crispy Pan Fried Frog's Legs with Fleur De Sel and Lemon, Homemade Garlic Butter Croutons
Perfectly Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apricot, Walnut and Rosemary Chutney. Served with Local Asparagus and Herby Roasted Yukon Nuggets
Moules Au Vin--Mussels cooked in White Wine and Tomato Broth with Fresh Herbs Served with Toasted Baguette with Garlic, Lemon and Herb Compound Butter
Seafood Bouillabaisse with Prawns, Snapper, Baby Scallops, Mussels, Potatoes, Tomato and Fennel in Rich Seafood Broth. Served with Garlic Toasted Baguette
Coq Au Vin--Local Chicken cooked with Red wine, Caramelized Onions, Bacon and Herbs. Served with Pommes Purée and Roasted Local Carrots
Oven-Roasted Mediterranean Seabass served with Lemon and Herb White Wine Sauce, Dauphinoise Potatoes, and Sautéed Okanagan Green Beans with Toasted Almonds
Red-Wine Braised Beef Short Rib
Kaluha Dark Chocolate Mousse served with Fresh Raspberries and Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans
Apple Tart Tatin with Caramelized Local Okanagan Apples and Ginger, Served with French Vanilla Ice Cream
Classic Crème Brulée with Fresh Berries and Mint
Cheesecake with Almond Crust, Raspberry Coulis and Fresh Raspberries (Gluten Free)
Pavlova with Lemon Curd, D'Dutchmen Whipped Cream, Macerated Strawberries, Fresh Strawberries and Mint
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Sea Bream Crudo with Olive, Fennel, Orange, Shallot and Local Microgreens. Special Italian Olive Oil, Meyer Lemon and Maldon
Classic Beef Tartare Spoons with Shallots, Dijon, Quail Egg, Capers, Parmigianno Reggianno and Maldon Salt. Served with Crostini (or Endive)
Spicy Italian Sausage, Castelvetrano Olives, Macadamia Honey, Arugula on Crostini (or Endive)
Duck Confit with Caramelized Fennel and Onion, Pomegranate Molasses and Micro Arugula on Crostini (or Endive)
Prosciutto-wrapped Melon and Asparagus Spears with Sheep's Milk Cheese and Balsamic Reduction
Caprese bites with Tanto Latte Okanagan Bocconcini, Fresh Tomatoes, Basil, DOP Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Local Charcuterie and Cheese Platter with Homemade Pickled Local Vegetables, Olives, Nuts, Mustard and Compote. Served with Baguette
Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta on Garlic Sourdough, Local Basil Microgreens
Okanagan Burrata Salad on Local Arugula with Blistered Tomatoes, Toasted Walnuts, Saba Vinaigrette, Local Microgreens
Classic Caesar Salad with Romaine and Baby Kale, Crisp Pancetta, Homemade Garlic Croutons and Dressing, Parmigianno Reggiano
Blistered Grapes, Pecorino, Toasted Walnuts and Currants with Chiffonade Kale massaged in Red Wine Vinaigrette
Cornish Hen seared with Sage and Peppercorn Butter, and Maldon Salt. Served with Warm Farro Salad, Pattypan Summer Squash, Fire-Roasted Peppers, Grilled Zucchini
Perfectly Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apricot, Walnut and Rosemary Chutney. Served with Local Asparagus and Herby Roasted Yukon Nuggets
Handmade Ravioli Funghi--Fresh Pasta filled with Wild Mushrooms, Confit Garlic, Ricotta, Parmigianno Reggianno and Fresh Parsley. Tossed in White Wine, Garlic and Butter Sauce
Grilled Octopus Tentacle with N'Duja and San Marzano Tomatoes, Toasted Fregola, Basil
Kaluha Dark Chocolate Mousse served with Fresh Raspberries and Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans
Classic Tiramisu with Savoiardi, Espresso, Mascarpone, Dark and Milk Chocolate
Panna Cotta with Limoncello, Blueberry Compote, Fresh Blueberries
Pavlova with D'Dutchmen Whipped Cream, Macerated Strawberries, Fresh Strawberries and Mint
Feel free to make any requests, for any course! I specialize in Italian Food (I was the Executive Chef at an Italian Restaurant in downtown Toronto before I moved to BC!) I will always use local products, wherever possible. Looking forward to creating a
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