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 the 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 catering business. His dynamic personality, passion for fine cuisine, and high standards are evident in every aspect of his business.

To contact Louis Gervais please email him at:

louis@louisgervais.com