Mike Genest Culinary
• Private Dining• Cooking Workshops• Consulting
Welcome
Welcome! I'm Mike Genest, a chef with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences using the freshest local ingredients available. I believe the best meals begin with quality products, which is why I source as much as possible from local farms, farmers' markets, and our incredible coastal waters. From seasonal produce to sustainably harvested seafood and locally raised meats, every menu is inspired by what's fresh and in season.
At Mike Genest Culinary, I offer personalized private dining experiences, interactive cooking classes, custom recipe development, and culinary consulting. Please note that I have evening and weekend availability only. Whether I'm preparing an intimate dinner in your home, teaching a group of enthusiastic home cooks, or helping a business refine its menu and operations, my focus is always the same—great food, genuine hospitality, and exceptional service.
Every client and every event is different, so I take the time to create a customized experience that fits your vision, tastes, and occasion. I love sharing my knowledge of cooking, supporting local producers, and showcasing the incredible ingredients our region has to offer. Whether you're planning a special celebration, looking to improve your culinary skills, or searching for professional consulting for your restaurant or food business, I'd love the opportunity to work with you.
Let's create something unforgettable together. Contact me today to book a private dinner, schedule a cooking class, discuss culinary consulting, or learn more about how Mike Genest Culinary can bring a fresh, local, farm-to-table experience to your table.
In-Home Dining Experiences
Plated Experience
A sophisticated, chef-led dining experience featuring individual plated service for intimate gatherings.
- Starting prices (per person): • 3 courses – $150 • 5 courses – $190 • 7 courses – $230 · Up to 12 guests
Family-Style Feast
An abundant, communal dining experience served on shared platters for a warm and interactive evening.
- Starting prices (per person): • 3 courses – $120 • 5 courses – $150 • 7 courses – $180 · Up to 12 guests
Cocktail Party
Exquisite passed canapes and small bites designed for large gatherings, social celebrations, and networking.
- Starting prices (per person): • Passed canapés & small bites – $85 · Up to 50 guests
Note: There is a $1,500 minimum spend for all experiences.
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From Farm to Plate
For Chef Mike, every memorable meal begins with exceptional ingredients. Guided by the seasons, he proudly sources from local U-pick farms, farmers' markets, artisan cheesemakers, apiaries, and other passionate producers whenever possible. By choosing ingredients at their freshest, each menu reflects the natural flavours of the season while supporting the hardworking farmers and artisans who make our community unique.
From sun-ripened berries and garden-fresh vegetables to handcrafted cheeses, local honey, and fragrant herbs, every ingredient is selected with care. It's a simple philosophy: fresh, local ingredients create honest food, unforgettable flavours, and a true farm-to-plate experience.
