Didier Leroy was inducted into the
Master Chefs of France Association
(Maîtres Cuisiniers de France) in 2010.
He was nominated for this honoured membership by "Chef of the Century" Monsieur Paul Bocuse
and award winning Chef Roland Passot.
"Many chefs can only dream of being recognized
by the absolute best; it's definitely something
I don't take for granted.
But what I've learned is following a passion does not make you a good chef...putting the effort in what
you are good at, however, does."
PHOTOGRAPH BY MIKESTREETER.CA
PHOTOGRAPH BY MIKESTREETER.CA
FROM AMIENS TO PARIS
FROM AMIENS TO PARIS
Born and raised in Amiens, France, Chef Didier's childhood dreams revolved around sports rather than culinary pursuits.
However, at the tender age of 15, his path took an unexpected turn when his mother encouraged him to explore the world of cooking. This led him to embark on an apprenticeship at a prestigious hotel in bustling Paris.
During his early years in the industry, Chef Didier was captivated by the legendary Monsieur Paul Bocuse. Eager to learn from the master, he immersed himself in Bocuse's teachings, fueling his passion for gastronomy.
Little did he know that fate had something extraordinary in store for him. Fifteen years later, Chef Didier found himself in the remarkable position of cooking for none other than Monsieur Paul Bocuse himself—a dream realized beyond imagination.
His culinary journey continued to flourish as he honed his skills in various Michelin-starred restaurants across the vibrant city of Paris. With each experience, Chef Didier's love for the art of cooking deepened, solidifying his commitment to the craft.
Despite his deep-rooted affection for France, Chef Didier's adventurous spirit beckoned him to explore new horizons. Thus, he embarked on a journey that would lead him across the Atlantic to the diverse culinary landscape of Toronto, Canada.
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Follow Chef Didier on IG @masterchefdidier
ELEGANCE
ELEGANCE
EXCELLENCE
EXCELLENCE
EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
As a practicing Buddhist, Chef Didier wants to bring some joy and relaxation into our too-often hectic lives. Spending an evening with Chef Didier over fine wine and great cuisine, one is reminded to take the time to enjoy the small things in life, to 'stop and smell the roses', so to speak.
AN EVENING WITH THE CHEF
AN EVENING WITH THE CHEF
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"For me, a successful chef is about making people happy.
It’s giving people an experience they won’t forget."