Chef Dominique Laurencelle

Born and raised in Manitoba, Pastry Chef Dominique studied Culinary and Baking and Pastry at the Pacific Institute for Culinary Arts, in Vancouver.  Her career encompasses many notable restaurants such as Lumiere, the Manitoba Club, the Bearfoot Bistro, La Rua Restaurante and Quails’ Gate winery.  CMH Valemount heli-ski lodge and Lanagara Island Lodge were her home kitchens for 5 years prior to becoming a part of the Boom + Batten team as Head Pastry Chef. Chef Dominique attributes her approach to desserts and pastries to the many people and cultures she has worked with in her career thus far.

“I am thrilled to be a part of Eat the Future Victoria!  The Gary Hynes Foundation and BC Hospitality Foundation are setting precedence for making dreams come true and keeping those dreams alive during hardships.  I am excited to be working with such creative minds in the kitchen and look forward to seeing the amazing dishes that will be collaborated on that evening.”