Chef Dez on Cooking

About the Book

Take a culinary journey through the columns and kitchen of Chef Dez—popular food columnist, culinary instructor, and cooking show performer. Chef Dez on Cooking, Volume 3 is an informative collection of the popular food column “Chef Dez on Cooking,” currently published across Canada and Washington State, along with over one hundred of his most popular and favorite recipes. From appetizers to salad dressings, sauces, side dishes, main courses, breakfasts, desserts, and healthy recipes, Chef Dez on Cooking, Volume 3 has something for everyone. It is the third book in the series following Chef Dez on Cooking, Volume 1 and Volume 2, which have received rave reviews. With food columns, culinary questions and answers accompanying each of the chapters, these cookbooks become valuable kitchen references with a refreshing perspective on the wonderful world of cuisine. Gordon Desormeaux’s nickname became Dez and then Chef Dez as he entered his culinary career. Most notably known for his biweekly food column “Chef Dez on Cooking,” Dez captures the reading audience of numerous communities across Canada and Washington State. His cooking shows and culinary classes are extremely informative, entertaining, and lighthearted, and they also reveal his passion for people, life, and food. Born and raised in the lower mainland of British Columbia, his recipes reflect the transformation of everyday ingredients into mouthwatering dishes that anyone would be proud to serve. “The essential reference for family favorites and specialty entertaining . . . always a crowd pleaser! I can’t wait for Volume 3.”—Gina S., Abbotsford, BC “Your fabulous cookbooks have literally changed my life and the way I cook. Your recipes are easy to follow and always a success. Thank you, Chef Dez, for your always positive attitude and wealth of knowledge. I can’t even begin to list the things I have learnt from you. Looking forward to Volume 3.”—Tammy C., Mission, BC “Finally . . . a cookbook that works . . . clear instructions and lots of helpful hints . . . doable recipes that taste great and come with a pinch of Chef Dez’s talent and passion . . . even I can make food look and taste good!”—Gail M., Maple Ridge, BC “As one with a bookcase of cookbooks, I know that, ultimately, the always-urgent “what’s for dinner?” will find its answer in only a handful of cookbooks, food-splattered from regular use. Chef Dez on Cooking, Volume 1 and 2 are included among those, so I’m beyond excited to add Volume 3 to the shelf! Congratulations, Dez, on your most recent accomplishment. Thank you, thank you, for helping all of us WOW our friends and loved ones with culinary delights.”—Charlotte Lepp, Lepp Farm Market, Abbotsford, BC

About the Author

Gordon Desormeaux, a.k.a. Chef Dez, is best known for his biweekly food column “Chef Dez on Cooking.” He captures the reading audience of numerous communities across Canada and Washington State. Born and raised in British Columbia, his recipes reflect the transformation of everyday ingredients into mouthwatering dishes.