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Louis Gervais Fine Foods and Catering is a full service caterer for corporate events and meetings, private parties, weddings and special events.

Owned and operated by Executive Chef Louis Gervais since 1998, we have earned a reputation for restaurant quality cuisine and creative presentation that distinguishes us from other catering companies in the Greater Vancouver Area. Chef Louis blends European classics with flavours from around the world and the finest and freshest local ingredients.

Whether you are planning and intimate dinner party for eight or a gala event for 200 or more, Louis and his team of event professionals will help you to plan and execute every detail of your event including choosing a venue, designing a menu, selecting staff and coordinating rental, décor and beverages.

We also offer a wide selection of gourmet take-away which can be delivered or picked up at our studio kitchen located in the Lower Lonsdale area of North Vancouver

About Louis

Louis Gervais, Chef/Owner

Louis was born in Montreal where he lived for the first 25 years of his life. After completing the culinary arts program at Institute of Hotel & Tourism, he spent several years working with some of Montreal’s top chefs before moving to the West Coast in 1982. Louis then devoted his culinary talents and expertise to many of Vancouver’s finest restaurants and hotels, most recently at the Sutton Place Hotel. 

As Executive Chef of this five-diamond property, Louis was responsible for creating and developing menu items and managing production for the hotels two dining rooms, its popular Gerard Bar, all banquets and outside catering. His talent for designing innovative menus according to seasonal changes and local food trends made the hotel’s dining rooms a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Louis was instrumental in the Sutton Place achieving and maintaining its five-diamond status for over a decade.

Launched in 1998, Louis Gervais Fine Foods & Catering Ltd. is the realization of Louis’ long-term goal to own and operate his own business. His dynamic personality, passion for fine cuisine, and high standards are evident in every aspect of his business.

About Heather

Heather Wright, Sales & Event Manager

After completing the Culinary Arts program at Vancouver Community College, Heather moved to Toronto to continue her education at George Brown College, Canada’s most recognized leader in hospitality training, where she obtained a diploma in Food and Beverage Management. Upon her return to Vancouver, Heather rounded out her education by completing the sommelier diploma program through the International Sommelier Guild. 

Heather has since dedicated her varied talents and expertise to many of Vancouver’s most popular restaurants, most recently with the Boathouse Restaurant chain and Steamworks restaurant in Gastown. Her talent for understanding and fulfilling her guests’ needs gracefully made her a well-known host in dinning rooms across the Lower Mainland and contributed to substantial growth for all the restaurants she has been involved with.

Since joining Louis Gervais Fine Foods & Catering in 2008, Heather has dedicated herself to creating one-of-a-kind experiences for our clients. Heather’s passion for food and wine and strict attention to each minute detail is evident in every event she undertakes.

 

Contact us at 604 904-7720.

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"EVERYTHING WAS FABULOUS! The food was amazing, everyone raved about it. ... We really enjoyed working with you and your team... Your staff were very professional and provided excellent service."

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