Andrea
Nicholson

“FOOD IS A LIFELINE; IT'S SOMETHING THAT CAN BRING ANY STRANGER TOGETHER AT A TABLE.”

Andrea Nicholson

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From the age of 13, Andrea Nicholson’s world has revolved around the transformative power of food. A visionary in the culinary arts, she is a creator, educator, and entrepreneur whose ingenuity is as unlimited as her talent.

Andrea is a Red Seal-certified chef whose culinary journey began at George Brown College in Toronto, where she honed her skills and further developed her culinary philosophy. Drawing deep inspiration from the life and culinary lessons learned at the hem of her grandmother’s apron, Andrea is passionate about celebrating the sustainability and integrity of seasonally local ingredients from land and ocean, infusing every dish she creates with heart and intention. This ethos gave rise to Killer Condiments, Andrea’s artisan line of small-batch sauces, which has found its way into kitchens across Canada.

Andrea’s talent and charisma have also lit up the small screen. She captured national attention as a standout contestant on Season 1 of Top Chef Canada. From there, she became a familiar face on The Marilyn Denis Show, Restaurant Takeover, BBQ Brawl and as a judge on Food Network and Cooking Channel’s Fire Masters.

Andrea’s ventures extend beyond television. She is the proud owner of Butchie’s, a beloved restaurant celebrated on Food Network Canada’s Big Food Bucket List, as well as Banana’s by Butchie’s Ice Cream Sandwiches. Her culinary empire also includes Dish Play, a sprawling 10,000-square-foot event space in Durham Region, just outside Toronto, where she brings her passion for food to life in unforgettable ways.

Andrea’s journey is a testament to her unwavering dedication to bringing people together through the universal language of food.