About Coast Mountain Catering

Coast Mountain Catering’s owner/chef Liz Abbey was born and raised in Rossland BC, and moved to Squamish in 2007 after eight years as Private Chef on some of the yachting industry’s most renowned sailing vessels.

Upon completion of her culinary diploma at the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts, in Vancouver BC, Liz enjoyed the opportunities and experiences that cooking in remote, high-end lodges in Western Canada offered. With a strong desire to travel abroad, she soon established herself on private yachts, sailing extensively through Caribbean, Atlantic and Mediterranean waters. During this time, Liz continually developed her unique style and culinary repertoire, exploring local ingredients, methods and cultures. Her position on the yachts allowed her much freedom in creating memorable dining experiences for the owner’s guests on board.

Liz furthered her formal education throughout her yachting career, receiving the ‘Diplome du Boulangerie' from the French Culinary Institute in New York City, and numerous certificates for advanced chef studies at the Culinary Institute of America.

With the outstanding ability to entertain a diverse clientele, a flexible and dynamic nature, Liz soon found herself working on some of the finest sailing yachts built. She subsequently accepted a position as Personal Chef to the owner of one of these vessels, relocating to Texas. This involved travelling with the owner on business and pleasure trips, and planning all of his personal, private and corporate meals, parties and events.

Her decision to settle in Squamish was an easy one, with its offerings of a small town, big mountains, the ocean and a thriving local interest in sustainable food and culinary innovation. Liz’s high standards and passion for fine food are evident in every dish that she prepares. Liz looks forward to building upon her reputation for serving delicious contemporary west coast cuisine, throughout the Sea to Sky corridor.


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