Chef Michael Smith, C.M. is a member of the Order of Canada, Prince Edward Island’s Food Ambassador, a best-selling cookbook author, innkeeper, educator, professional chef and home cook. He is honoured to be named the Foodservice and Hospitality and Hotelier 2022 Pinnacle Chef of the Year. As one of Canada’s best-known chefs, he is a passionate advocate for simple, sustainable home cooking and an inspiration for families creating their own healthy food lifestyle. Chef Michael is the host and judge of numerous cooking shows seen on Food Network Canada and in more than 100 other countries. His 11 cookbooks have all been best sellers and he regularly travels the globe hosting special culinary events.

Chef Michael is a riveting speaker who weaves colourful tales from the front lines of his many kitchens and culinary adventures into successful, sustainable business and personal advice.