
About the Chef
After graduating with honours from the New England Culinary Institute, Chef Matthew Kennedy moved to France to work in some of the finest restaurants in Paris, Chambery and Val D’Isere. It was there that he learned and cultivated a true appreciation for local, seasonal cuisine in a sustainable environment, best described by the French term ‘Terroir’.
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Upon his return to Toronto, Chef Matthew worked at and opened some of the city’s top restaurants including North 44, Bymark, Oro and Sequel. He was also a featured Chef on the hit Food Network show ‘The Heat’.
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Today, he shares his passion and knowledge for simple, fresh food as a private instructor and teacher at LCBO and Loblaws cooking classes.
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He is the Chef and Owner of Kennedy Catering.
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Matthew and his team of pros produced and served a delicious variety of tasty treats. Our guests appreciated the professionalism, efficiency and attentiveness….kudos to Matthew, Izabelle and Gary. Thanks for making my wife’s birthday so memorable!”
R. Bronskill
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We have had the pleasure of having Chef Matthew cater two events for us, a birthday party involving mainly passed hors d’oeuvres and an intimate plated dinner for a small number of friends. In both cases Chef Matthew was able to create a divine culinary experience. We found his suggestions helpful and creative, his cuisine exceptional and the staff he employs to be first-rate. Both experiences were wonderful and we look forward to the next opportunity we can engage with Chef Matthew on a dining experience.
N. Smith
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Glad to report that dinner was great…everyone loved your food. The most special hit was the lobster rolls …they were inhaled along with the spring rolls. The chicken was great, potatoes fabulously tasty, and the asparagus simply lovely…The evening was perfect thanks to you.
Ildiko
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Hi Matthew, I’m still walking on air, I can’t thank you enough. It’s not just that you are a fabulous cook, it’s the feeling of welcome, comfort and delight that you magically make happen.
R. Pacific