Hi there, my name is Portia Nova, a vibrant 46-year-old culinary expert proudly hailing from Calgary. As a single mother, I've raised my daughter with the flavours of our Filipino heritage, growing my passion for food into a successful restaurant business serving homely Filipino cuisine. I possess 26 years of dynamic experience in the culinary world, honed in variety of upscale and deluxe settings from restaurants, gourmet sandwich bars, hotels and my very own catering business. My core strength lies in my diverse culinary expertise, although I also dabble in pastry arts and even cocktail mixing. I love surprising clients with my versatility, whether it's a custom birthday cake, an elaborate sushi platter, or a simple comfort food prepared with love and care. My professional experience stretches across the globe, from local gigs in the Philippines to opportunities in the Middle East. However, I'm open to cooking adventures that allow me to travel while remaining based in Calgary. Adept in keeping a clean workspace, purchasing products, organizing events, and managing a kitchen staff, I'm always ready to wear many hats in the kitchen. My culinary repertoire spans an impressive range of cuisines; from Canadian, Italian, Middle Eastern to Asian ones including Japanese, Thai, Korean and Chinese among others. This allows me to cater to the palates of many, including vegan, vegetarian, and Eastern European food afficionados. To know my cuisines is to know me. I am fluent in English, and my native tongue Tagalog which allows me to communicate with ease. Thus, I can promise a vibrant atmosphere filled with enticing aromas of home-cooked meals that cater to your preference, accentuated with an immaculate table setting, and served with a dash of Filipino hospitality. Please feel free to inquire about my cooking services any day of the week. I'm flexible and willing to start immediately, whether you are seeking a private cook, a family cook, a pastry chef, or a culinary expert for childcare/school, camps, or events. Overall, I aim to enhance the flavor of your everyday life. Let's create delectable memories together. Polandanya – Filipino for Bon Appetit!

I am 46 yrs old and 26 yrs of my life, i cook... I have a catering business as my side job and I run a small restaurant, that serves Filipino dish, but i can also do international cuisines. I have a degree in Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management. I also accept Customized Cakes for my baking side jobs.

Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management with Major Subject in Culinary Arts and Baking