Our chefs
Introducing our fabulous chefs for 2024!
![Joe Thottungal](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Joe-Thottungal-Coconut-Lagoon.jpg)
Joe Thottungal
![Devin Marhue](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Devin-Marhue-Thyme-Again.jpg)
Devin Marhue
![Matthew & Ashley Atton](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Matthew-Andrea-Atton-Bamm_s-Snack-Shack.jpg)
Matthew & Ashley Atton
![Ric Watson](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ric-Watson-Ottawa-Mission.jpg)
Ric Watson
![Wapokunie Riel-Lachapelle](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screen-Shot-2024-02-11-at-9.09.23-PM.jpg)
Wapokunie Riel-Lachapelle
![David Vinoya](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/unnamed.jpg)
David Vinoya
![Stephen K. La Salle](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Stephen-LaSalle-Lionhearts.jpg)
Stephen K. La Salle
![Simon Beaudry](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/unnamed-1.jpg)
Simon Beaudry
![Ryan Edwards](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ryan-Edwards.png)
Ryan Edwards
![Ben Baird](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/BENBAIRD.png)
Ben Baird
![Raghav Chaudhary](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Raghav-Chaudhary-Aiana.png)
Raghav Chaudhary
![Kyle Mortimer-Proulx](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Kyle-Mortimer-Proulx-Urban-Element.png)
Kyle Mortimer-Proulx
![Steve MacDonald](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Steve-MacDonald-My-Catering-Group.jpeg)
Steve MacDonald
![](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SEVA-Group.png)
Seva Group
![Nick Dompierre](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Nick-Dompierre-Aperitivo.jpg)
Nick Dompierre
![Jason Sawision](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/DSC02655.jpg)
Jason Sawision
VIP EXPERIENCE AT TASTE FOR HOPE 2024
Only VIP ticketholders can sample the beautifully crafted dishes that Justin Lagarde-Champagne and David Godsoe are preparing for Taste for Hope 2024!
![Justin Champagne-Lagarde](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Justin-Champagne-Lagarde.jpg)
Justin Champagne-Lagarde
Justin is the chef and owner of Perch located on Preston Street in central Ottawa. With an emphasis on ethical farming practices, sustainability and connection, Justin creates exquisite dining experiences for his guests.
![David Godsoe](https://www.tasteforhopesgh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Godsoe-head-shot.png)
David Godsoe
David, who is executive chef of the E18hteen Hospitality Group, is a special friend of the Shepherds of Good Hope and a champion of Canadian cuisine. As well as leading the kitchens of five of the most respected restaurants in town, David offers in-home dining experiences through his own company, DG Cuisine.
Be sure not to miss Justin and David’s VIPs-only culinary creations at Taste for Hope 2024!