Gusto TV Hosts
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">Featured Host
Based in Montreal and fully bi-lingual, Liam’s passion for all things food-related began early. By 10 years of age, he had started his own food blog: visiting with chefs, bakers, and farmers… learning how to cook/bake/make something at each stop; Liam’s food training had begun.
Gusto TV Hosts
Steve Kelley
Steve, the younger of the two Junk Brothers, is a more traditional man than Steve. He has a passion for antiques and loves the thrill of restoring an old piece of furniture to its former glory.
Derek Dammann
Today, Chef Derek Dammann is based in Montréal where he is the proud owner of Maison Publique.
Katie Ardington
Well-established in the Ottawa culinary scene, Chef Katie Ardington is the executive chef for the Beckta restaurant group, overseeing Play Food&Wine, Beckta, and gezellig.
Michael Cummings
Michael Cummings worked as the original Chef at Allegro Ristorante and the original chef at Da Sergio Ristorante.
Rene Rodriguez
As a Cordon Bleu-trained winner of Top Chef Canada, Rene Rodriguez constantly looks to push the envelope. Rene Rodriguez is an Ottawa favourite now cooking at Ottawa`s delicious Common Eatery.
Michael Allemeier
Michael Allemeier is an Instructor of Culinary Arts in Calgary, Canada and former head chef of the Mission Hill Family Estate in the Okanagan Valley.
Caroline McCann-Bizjak
As a competitive person, Caroline has always been very invested in growing as a chef. She also got involved with farming during her career, leading her to become involved with supporting and cooking with good quality, local products.
Amanda Herrera
Amanda Herrera is a talented, fun-loving cook and caterer with a passion for using locally-sourced ingredients to create inspired dishes that reflect Canada’s diverse culture.
Desiree Nielsen
Desiree Nielsen lives by the motto: real food for real people. She credits her Portuguese roots and gardening with her grandmother as the foundation for her love of healthy cooking.
Elizabeth Manville
Elizabeth’s love for cooking grew from her family, “My parents always encouraged me to experiment in the kitchen.” She took on an apprenticeship at the Empress Hotel, where she even had the opportunity to cook for Queen Elizabeth II.
Georges Laurier
Georges love for cooking started at the young age of 15 after working for a catering business. After pursuing a career in the culinary arts and even opening his own restaurant, he continues to work as a chef in various well-known locations,
Juan Pablo Gonzalez
Originally from Caracas, Venezuela, Juan Pablo started cooking at a young age, making Sunday lunches with the men in his family. By university, his classmates were paying him to make their meals.
Luis Valenzuela
Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, Luis Valenzuela has dedicated his life to the culinary arts. His passion was ignited by his grandmother and mother who taught him that ‘food is the soul of life.’
Ned Bell
Ned was born in Okanagan, B.C., placing him in the perfect environment to cook with seafood and learn about sustainability.
Theresa Visintin
As a former Masterchef Australia competitor, Theresa is always up for a culinary challenge. She currently lives in Vancouver with her family.
