Chef Victor Bongo

Chef garnishing multiple plates of plated gourmet dishes on a kitchen counter.

A man in a black chef's uniform with Canadian flag patch and various patches, standing against a dark background.

Meet Our Chef…

For the 2025 season, The Chilko Experience is happy to announce the return of award winning celebrity Chef Victor Bongo! Hailing from humble beginnings in the Congo, Chef Bongo is a decorated chef and author of 2 cook books. A member of the Canadian Culinary Federation of Chefs and Cooks and of the World Association of Chef Societies, in 2014 Chef Bongo became a World Food Network’s ‘Chopped Canada Champion’. Moreover his remarkable talents in the kitchen prompted his acknowledgement as “One of the Top 10 Best Chefs in all of Canada” by the Chef’s Congress in 2020. In recognition of his unique food creations, Chef Bongo was awarded “Chef of the Year” in the Yukon Territories for four consecutive years (2008-2011) as well as receiving Gold Medals for youngest Accomplished Chefs in 2008 by the Canadian Culinary Federation of Chefs.

Delectable Delicacies

Chef Bongo’s cooking style can be described as a fusion of global cuisine that incorporates the latest sociocultural trends, sourcing local ingredients from farm to the table. This season, not only will Chef Bongo be gifting us with his delectable delights at the dining table, he too will be offering cooking lessons for those guests who take an interest in culinary creation. These will be bookable by request as part of your stay with us here at The Chilko Experience.

A gourmet dish with shrimp, tortellini pasta, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs in a yellow sauce garnished with dill.

A gourmet dish with a base of mashed potatoes or similar, topped with mixed greens, diced yellow peppers, and red peppers. The plate is decorated with red and yellow sauce drizzles.

Chocolate dessert topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, mint leaves, and powdered sugar, served on a white plate.