Michael Allemeier
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Michael Allemeier CCC is an Instructor of Culinary Arts at SAIT Polytechnic and former Winery Chef
at Mission Hill Family Estate in Westbank, British Columbia
Canada. Allemeier has served in his current position since August 2009. He provides instruction to over 500 students in the School of Hospitality and Tourism at SAIT. While at Mission Hill, Allemeier oversaw all food operations at the winery including the Terrace Restaurant, Private Dining, Banquets, Culinary Workshops and a product line of winery made preserves. Allemeier is a guest Chef on Food Network's Cook Like a Chef. In 2001, Allemeier was awarded the title of Certified Chef de Cuisine (CCC), Canada's highest professional culinary accreditation designation. He describes his style of cooking as "Cuisine de Terroir."
South Africa in 1967. He lived most of his youth outside of Canada in places including Hong Kong
where he developed an appreciated for diverse culinary styles.
before moving to Calgary, Alberta to serve as Executive Chef at Teatro from 1998 to 2002. From 2002 to 2003, Allemeier was the Executive Chef at Wrayton's Fresh Market in Calgary
.
Bill Clinton
and President of the Russian Federation
Boris Yeltsin
during their summit meeting in Vancouver, British Columbia.
of British Columbia
in 2003 to accept the position of Winery Chef at Mission Hill Winery
. As the Winery Chef, Allemeier designs menus that complement the estate's wine offerings with a focus on locally produced, sustainable ingredients.
Allemeier is one of the Host Chefs of Cook Like a Chef. As a host he filmed 20 episodes of Food Network's Cook Like a Chef, including:
, Alberta
. He is an avid rock-climber, mountain-biker and skier.
Chef
A chef is a person who cooks professionally for other people. Although over time the term has come to describe any person who cooks for a living, traditionally it refers to a highly skilled professional who is proficient in all aspects of food preparation.-Etymology:The word "chef" is borrowed ...
at Mission Hill Family Estate in Westbank, British Columbia
Westbank, British Columbia
Westbank is one of the communities within the district municipality of West Kelowna in the province of British Columbia. It is 12 km to the west of Kelowna. Other communities in West Kelowna include Casa Loma, West Kelowna Estates, Shannon Lake, Smith Creek, Glenrosa, Rose Valley and Lakeview...
Canada. Allemeier has served in his current position since August 2009. He provides instruction to over 500 students in the School of Hospitality and Tourism at SAIT. While at Mission Hill, Allemeier oversaw all food operations at the winery including the Terrace Restaurant, Private Dining, Banquets, Culinary Workshops and a product line of winery made preserves. Allemeier is a guest Chef on Food Network's Cook Like a Chef. In 2001, Allemeier was awarded the title of Certified Chef de Cuisine (CCC), Canada's highest professional culinary accreditation designation. He describes his style of cooking as "Cuisine de Terroir."
International Youth
Allemeier was born in JohannesburgJohannesburg
Johannesburg also known as Jozi, Jo'burg or Egoli, is the largest city in South Africa, by population. Johannesburg is the provincial capital of Gauteng, the wealthiest province in South Africa, having the largest economy of any metropolitan region in Sub-Saharan Africa...
South Africa in 1967. He lived most of his youth outside of Canada in places including Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Hong Kong is one of two Special Administrative Regions of the People's Republic of China , the other being Macau. A city-state situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and South China Sea, it is renowned for its expansive skyline and deep natural harbour...
where he developed an appreciated for diverse culinary styles.
Bishop's
Allemeier came to prominence as a chef during his 7 year's at Vancouver's Bishop’s restaurant. For his last 4 year's, Allemeier served as Executive Chef.Whistler & Calgary
After leaving Bishop's, Allemeier spent a year running the Kitchen at Wildflower Restaurant in Whistler, British ColumbiaWhistler, British Columbia
Whistler is a Canadian resort town in the southern Pacific Ranges of the Coast Mountains in the province of British Columbia, Canada, approximately north of Vancouver...
before moving to Calgary, Alberta to serve as Executive Chef at Teatro from 1998 to 2002. From 2002 to 2003, Allemeier was the Executive Chef at Wrayton's Fresh Market in Calgary
Calgary
Calgary is a city in the Province of Alberta, Canada. It is located in the south of the province, in an area of foothills and prairie, approximately east of the front ranges of the Canadian Rockies...
.
Cooking for Presidents
On April 4, 1993, Allemeier cooked the dinner meal for President of the United StatesPresident of the United States
The President of the United States of America is the head of state and head of government of the United States. The president leads the executive branch of the federal government and is the commander-in-chief of the United States Armed Forces....
Bill Clinton
Bill Clinton
William Jefferson "Bill" Clinton is an American politician who served as the 42nd President of the United States from 1993 to 2001. Inaugurated at age 46, he was the third-youngest president. He took office at the end of the Cold War, and was the first president of the baby boomer generation...
and President of the Russian Federation
President of the Russian Federation
The President of the Russian Federation is the head of state, supreme commander-in-chief and holder of the highest office within the Russian Federation...
Boris Yeltsin
Boris Yeltsin
Boris Nikolayevich Yeltsin was the first President of the Russian Federation, serving from 1991 to 1999.Originally a supporter of Mikhail Gorbachev, Yeltsin emerged under the perestroika reforms as one of Gorbachev's most powerful political opponents. On 29 May 1990 he was elected the chairman of...
during their summit meeting in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Mission Hill Family Estate
Allemeier moved to the Okanagan ValleyOkanagan
The Okanagan , also known as the Okanagan Valley and sometimes as Okanagan Country is a region located in the Canadian province of British Columbia defined by the basin of Okanagan Lake and the Canadian portion of the Okanagan River. As of 2009, the region's population is approximately 350,927. The...
of British Columbia
British Columbia
British Columbia is the westernmost of Canada's provinces and is known for its natural beauty, as reflected in its Latin motto, Splendor sine occasu . Its name was chosen by Queen Victoria in 1858...
in 2003 to accept the position of Winery Chef at Mission Hill Winery
Mission Hill Winery
Mission Hill Winery is a Canadian wine grower and producer. It is based in West Kelowna, British Columbia, in the Okanagan Valley wine region.-History:...
. As the Winery Chef, Allemeier designs menus that complement the estate's wine offerings with a focus on locally produced, sustainable ingredients.
Television
- Grocery Bags - W Network 2008
- Thirsty Traveler - Food Network CanadaFood Network CanadaFood Network is a Canadian English language Category A specialty channel with programming related to food, cooking, cuisine, and the food industry. Food Network is a joint venture between Shaw Media, Corus Entertainment, and Scripps Networks Interactive....
2007 - Chef at Large - Food Network CanadaFood Network CanadaFood Network is a Canadian English language Category A specialty channel with programming related to food, cooking, cuisine, and the food industry. Food Network is a joint venture between Shaw Media, Corus Entertainment, and Scripps Networks Interactive....
2006
Allemeier is one of the Host Chefs of Cook Like a Chef. As a host he filmed 20 episodes of Food Network's Cook Like a Chef, including:
Season One
- Fish Episode
- Game Episode
- Pasta Episode
- Pork Episode
- Potatoes Episode
- Soufflé Episode
- Turkey Episode
Season Two
- Beans Episode
- Desserts Episode
- Fowl Episode
- Game Episode
- Nuts & Seeds Episode
- Sauces Episode
Education
- Kelvin High School Grade 12 1985
- Red River Community College 1989, Cook's Apprentice Levels I-III
- Red Seal Journeyman's Paper 1989
- Cona Sucre D'art 1994, Sugar Forms & Usage
- Chateau Whister Resort 1997, Kitchen Leadership
- Calgary Regional Health Authority 2000, Section 43 Food Safe Certification
- SAIT 2001, CCC Certification Coursework
- Canadian Culinary Institute 2001, Certified Chef du Cuisine
- ISG 2006, Wine Fundamentals I
Awards
- Vancouver Magazine - Best Winery/Vineyard Dining April 2009
- Urban Diner - Best Winery restaurant April 2009
- Chaine des Rotisseurs - Silver Star of Excellence (October 2008)
- Travel & Leisure MagazineTravel + LeisureTravel + Leisure is a travel magazine based in New York City, New York. Published 12 times a year, it has 4.8 million readers, according to its corporate media kit. It is put out by American Express Publishing Corporation, which is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Express Company led by...
– Best Winery Restaurant in the World (2008) - Canadian Culinary Institute - Certified Chef de Cuisine (2001)
- Vancouver Magazine - Gold Medal Best Winery/Vineyard Dining (2008)
- Vancouver Magazine - Silver Medal Best Okanagan Restaurant (2007)
- Vancouver Magazine - Gold Medal Best Okanagan Restaurant (2006)
- Vancouver Magazine - Silver Medal Best Okanagan Restaurant (2005)
Personal Life & Family
Allemeier, his wife Meredith and their two sons live in CalgaryCalgary
Calgary is a city in the Province of Alberta, Canada. It is located in the south of the province, in an area of foothills and prairie, approximately east of the front ranges of the Canadian Rockies...
, Alberta
Alberta
Alberta is a province of Canada. It had an estimated population of 3.7 million in 2010 making it the most populous of Canada's three prairie provinces...
. He is an avid rock-climber, mountain-biker and skier.
External links
- Press Release on move to SAIT
- Profile at Mission Hill Family Estate
- Certified Chef de Cuisine Recipient List
- Michael Allemeier at the Chef and Restaurant Database
- Food + Leisure Winery Restaurant of the Year 2008.