A local boy comes returns to his roots… Executive Chef Troy Fogarty was born and raised on Vancouver Island, and learned the love of cooking and good food at an early age from his French-Canadian grandmother.
He trained at Camosun College and achieved the title of Apprentice of the Year in 1994. Since then he has focused primarily on West Coast dining, with positions at some of BC’s most recognizable destinations and restaurants, including Butchart Gardens Dining Room in Victoria, the Fairmont Chateau Whistler and Whistler’s Nicklaus North Golf Course.
Troy returned to Vancouver Island, B.C. in 2005 to lead Crown Isle Resort’s Timber Room and Silverado Steak House in Courtenay as their Executive Chef.
In 2008 he jumped at the chance to bring new life to the menu of the Kingfisher Resort & Spa by highlighting the high-quality local produce, meats, cheeses, and fresh seafood in exciting new dishes and revitalized classics.
Troy personally knows the local farmers, food producers and seafood providers he deals with, and he is an exceptional “sourcer” of fine local ingredients for the Kingfisher kitchen.
Having a Comox Valley background also means that he knows exactly which seasonal delicacies to bring to his menu at their peak of flavour throughout the year.
He describes his culinary vision as “conscious cuisine” and focuses on giving patrons an emotional connection and sense of personal care or indulgence to dishes prepared with organic, local and sustainable ingredients.
Join Executive Chef Troy Fogarty and his culinary team at Kingfisher Oceanside Resort & Spa for exceptional dining and culinary special events paired with stunning panoramic views of the Strait of Georgia and Coastal Mountains.
Make a Reservation
1-800-663-7929 or (250) 338-1323
Dining reservations are required for weekend dinners, Sunday and Special Occasion Brunches, Chef’s Table, and other special dining events. We strongly recommend reservations for weekday dinners and lunches.
Our policy is first come, first serve and we unfortunately cannot guarantee window seats. We will, of course, do our utmost to ensure you have the best table available!
We look forward to serving you.
