MEET YOUR HOST!
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Corbin Tomaszeski is a chef with a unique vision: to bring meaning back to the world of food. In every endeavour he has taken up, whether being executive chef of key Toronto restaurants, hotels or through his popular Food Network shows- The Incredible Food Race, Dinner Party Wars, Restaurant Makeover and Restaurant Takeover, Chef Corbin strives to keep the focus on food as a conveyance to shared joy, and away from fussy, rigorous rules.
"No matter where you go, everyone celebrates with food, and no matter who is hosting you, they are proud to have you sit an enjoy life with them over their favourite dishes. The best part of my job is meeting amazing people and getting to know them over a home-cooked meal."
- Chef Corbin
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CHEF CORBIN TOMASZESKI
MEET THE CHEFS!
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Acclaimed Food Network celebrity chef and bestselling author Chef Lynn Crawford has over 25 years of culinary experience, including many years as executive chef for the Four Seasons Hotels in Toronto and New York. One of the highest-profile chefs in the country and a genuine household name, she is continually sought after as a dynamic host, public speaker, brand ambassador, spokesperson, and mentor.
The Hearth restaurant, located at Pearson International Airport Toronto, debuted in April 2015, and it showcases the fresh and seasonal fare she’s known for. It won Airport Casual Dining Restaurant of the Year at 2018’s Airport Food & Beverage Awards in Helsinki.
Chef Lynn, a longtime supporter of the farm-to-table movement and sustainability. In addition, she is a dedicated philanthropist, giving back by participating in several charitable initiatives.
CHEF LYNN CRAWFORD
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CHEF ERIC CHONG
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Eric Chong, a chemical engineering graduate turned culinary trailblazer, rose to fame as one of the youngest winners of CTV's MasterChef Canada at just 21 years old. His journey from contest victory led him across Asia alongside mentor Alvin Leung, refining his skills at Alvin's 3 Michelin Starred restaurant Bo Innovation.
Eric was named Asian Restaurateur of the Year in 2019. Today, Eric co-owns Toronto's R&D Restaurant with Alvin, celebrated for its innovative blend of Asian and Canadian cuisines. R&D earned a coveted Bib Gourmand in the inaugural Michelin Guide Toronto in 2022 and retained it in 2023. Eric continues to push culinary boundaries, set to launch aKin, a fine dining experience showcasing modern Asian cuisine, in October 2024.
CHEF ERIC CHONG
Chef Erica Karbelnik began cooking at a very young age.
By 17, Chef Erica started cooking professionally. She worked as an apprentice under chef Mark McEwan at ONE Restaurant, which led to a full-time position. Since, Chef Erica has traveled across the globe, bringing flavours from each country into her cooking.
Chef Erica has gone onto many shows and competitions such as Recipe for Disaster on CW Network, Chopped Canada (Food Network Canada 2016), The Chef Collective Battle as a judge and competing champion, and currently has her own show with her husband on Gusto Tv.
Erica currently is the chef and co-owner of Karbs Catering & Private Events with her husband in Toronto where they specialize in bringing customized tasting menus and Michelin style dining to the comfort of your own home or event.
CHEF ERICA KARBELNIK
Rodney Bowers is passionate about sharing his love of all kinds of food. His culinary skill and natural charm have catapulted him to the forefront of Canada’s culinary scene. Previously, Rodney had been the go-to cooking expert on The Marilyn Denis Show, and he also co-hosted Double Your Dish, with his partner Meredith Shaw. He is now a regular on Breakfast Television.
CHEF RODNEY BOWERS
Chef Joseph Saady was born December, 1986 in Detroit, Michigan. Coming from an Arabic family, he started cooking at a very young age, using smells of spices every morning then coming home after school and helping his family prep throughout the evening after his studies. Chef Joseph’s introduction to cooking stemmed from pickling grape leaves to making doughs for pita bread. Life always revolved around the kitchen and bringing the family together through food.
At the beginning stages of Chef Joseph’s career, he took on the world of celebrity private chef work for the rich and famous. From private coursed dinners and filling the refrigerators of the elite with health-food meal prep to cooking for big operations on sets in West Hollywood and weddings, he naturally attracted artists or people that appreciate art as his clients being that his style of serving is an art in itself. “I love to love, and I love people. My mission is to change the world.”
CHEF JOSEPH SAADY
