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> Sandro Sperduti, 1948-2011
Throwing pizza dough at his pizza joint in Toronto in the 70`s!

Executive Chef

Chris Sperduti

I grew up in a traditional Italian home where food was everything. We had a large, lush vegetable garden and a cantina always loaded with homemade pickles, homemade tomato sauce and cases of olive oil.

In the late 70`s my father owned a pizza shop in Toronto and a Snack Bar in the Gladstone Hotel in Toronto, and for my whole life my father talked about getting back into the restaurant industry. So when he passed away suddenly in 2011, I made it my mission to make his dream my reality. I quit my 15 year career as a roofer and went to Culinary School at Conestoga College. I graduated with Honors also earning the Victory Knox Award of Excellence.

While in school I cooked at The Crazy Canuck in Waterloo Ontario. The owners are still my mentors to this day. Following school, I spent the next two years as a Chef de Partie at Langdon Hall Relais and Chateaux in Cambridge Ontario, my passion for food was flourishing uncontrollably. I then worked as the Head Chef at The Sleeman Centre in Guelph Ontario, designing the menu and leading a team of 25. After that? Well, the culinary journey continues…

The Nomad Chef is staying true to his nomadic ways and is following his heart as well as his love for travel and new experiences. This passion pulls him to British Columbia to start anew. Chef Chris will continue to offer delicious, personalized culinary experiences, featuring locally sourced foods in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, British Columbia.

For the last 7+ years, I’ve travelled from city to city, home to home, across Ontario to create unique and memorable dining experiences for clients, their families and friends. I have always had a passion for food, and the urge to explore and travel. It’s because of this nomadic lifestyle, that I decided to re-brand my private chef business from Ciuffulli (chew-full-ee) to The Nomad Chef in 2022. A new name that fits accurately.

Did you know?

The name Christopher came from St. Christopher, the patron saint of travel; and the name Sperduti is derived from the Italian word “perduto” which means lost.

Chris Sperduti quite literally means “Lost traveller”!

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Chef Chris made my 50th birthday celebration a very memorable experience for my family and friends. From his professionalism and enthusiasm to clear passion for Italian food, Chris impressed all our guests with great stories, history and culinary techniques. Platters of food kept coming out each one better than the next, finished with an exquisite tiramisu to cap off the evening. I highly recommend you spoil yourself by bringing in Chef Chris--you will never look at your kitchen the same way again!

– Tim Bezner

Chef Chris has catered for a few parties I have attended, and the food has been remarkable. While the food was quite diverse in what he brought, there was still a harmonious thread in everything we ate. In addition, he came prepared for the various food allergies, which my family very much appreciated. If you are looking for a catered meal with a few friends or have a large party to feed, Chris is the right Chef to call.

– Kevin Schuster

Chef Chris. Thank you for the incredible catering and service at our daughters wedding. The appetizers and entrees were spectacular. We were more than pleased with the presentation of the meal and the exemplary service. We all feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with you. Your personal attention to us was amazing. We sincerely appreciate your time and effort! Our guests are still raving about the food. We are genuinely grateful to you for making this incredible meal for us. We all appreciate your effort and we are truly fortunate to have met such a talented chef.

– Pamela Phillips

Chef Chris’ knowledge of food and food preparation for gatherings is second to none. Whether it’s teaching an online cooking class, creating a delectable spread of appetizers for a party, cooking for an in-home private dinner – Chef Chris always hits the mark in taste and presentation and the end products reflect his passion for all things food.

– LA Khimani

Chris catered our football awards banquet. We had a very large group of 100+. I received lots of positive feedback from players and parents. We will absolutely call him the next time we have an event.

– Julie Smintich

Chris catered our Xmas party. We were all extremely impressed with the quality of food and the great experience he provided. If you are looking for a great way to entertain guests Chris provides a top notch experience.

– Jesse Boone