Vancouver’s #1 Caterer Never Intended to be a Caterer

Vancouver’s #1 Caterer Never Intended to be a Caterer

They started as a small neighbourhood café serving guests one at a time—now they’re one of Vancouver’s top event caterers. Featuring: Mary Lee Newnham | CEO & Executive Chef, Emelle’s CateringNicole Burke | Director of Catering Sales, Emelle’s Catering When the...
Beyond Customers, This Chef Serves His Team and His Community

Beyond Customers, This Chef Serves His Team and His Community

Emelle’s Head Chef Darren Upshaw reflects on 16 years spent serving the Vancouver community both in and out of the kitchen. Featuring: Darren Upshaw | Head Chef, Emelle’s Catering On a chilly day in November, Darren Upshaw hoists a ten-litre bucket of freshly made...
Now the World Knows I Can Do It on My Own

Now the World Knows I Can Do It on My Own

After impressing with his persistence and his winning barbecue pork shrimp fried rice, Danny Cameron has become a dear member of the Emelle’s family. Featuring: Danny Cameron | Kitchen Staff, Emelle’s Catering After dropping off his resume at nearly 50 restaurants and...
Finding Family and a New Home in Canada

Finding Family and a New Home in Canada

Senior staff member Melbin “Ben” Sarabia celebrates 20 years of singing and dancing in the Emelle’s kitchen. Featuring: Melbin Sarabia | Dishwasher, Emelle’s Catering As a young man, Melbin Sarabia—Ben to his friends—spent his days on the open water. A sailor by...