Chris and I love going there and sharing tartare, bouillabaisse, frites and a couple of bottles of Okanagan wine. In the pressure test, however, Klassen took a risk and chose to prepare sea scallops, one of her favourite menu items, but something she had never cooked before.
When I finally hit the bottom I looked up and saw the clients staring at me ( I was hoping they may not have heard or saw my body flying down the stairs, but of course they did.) This is when the nerves started to kick in but I was more exited than nervous. We ask you to keep your comments relevant and respectful. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular images. Small-and-medium-sized wineries are getting more representation on the bigger and better B.C. This is the next step. Success! She jumps right in. My first proud accomplishment is being apart of MasterChef Canada. She was a fierce competitor, proved to be an excellent cook and garnered attention for her blonde good looks. What do you always find yourself saying? This isn’t the stuff dreams are made of, but a real yet short-lived phenomenon. What has the journey been like for you? I always had a passion for food, growing up. I also tend to step out of my comfort zone and do things that may be uncomfortable but this has brought me much success so far. Staff member at youth centre charged with sex assault in Oakville, Ont. There was an error, please provide a valid email address. © Copyright 2020 Eat North Inc. All Rights Reserved. For Kaila Klassen, the talented and ambitious contestant from Kelowna, B.C., it was clear that working with food wasn't going to stop after placing third on the show. You are also welcome to submit a form of your own by clicking HERE. Success! and started asking me to cater every dinner party there after. I love pulling my boat up to the docks and getting a table at the Hotel Eldorado and having a glass of big, buttery Chardonnay as the sun sets!

We encourage you to leave your comments and words of support below, and submit your own nomination by clicking HERE. LILO - named after my French Bulldog, If you could foresee a single day of your future in its entirety, what date would you select? That’s how she ended up in real estate and as a top contestant on the popular culinary competition, MasterChef Canada. Kaila also works as a realtor for RE/MAX Kelowna. Her partner in the venture was none other than her new boyfriend, Calgary celebrity chef Chris Shaften, who gained his own fame as a contestant on another reality TV cooking show, Top Chef Canada. So far being on MasterChef Canada has been a life changing experience and I am exited to see what new opportunities come from being on the show. There was an error processing your request. Liquor Policy Review, which allows for increased promotion and serving of VQA (Vintners Quality Alliance) wines, the institute has enlarged its board to nine voting members from seven. I was showing property to clients that I had just met that day so I wanted to make sure these clients got to know me as a professional and of course I was a little nervous as I always am when meeting new clients. taxpayers funding comfortable retirements, Action urged to curb bear menace in West Kelowna, Kelowna school superintendent compensation at $277K, Sony botches up pre-orders for Playstation 5, Hester Creek’s diversity shines in the fall, Kelowna's hoop dreams could lie with the CEBL, Fifth virus case linked by IH to Kelowna church. I am passionate about cooking and creating new dishes. Kaila Klassen’s 15-episode run to win the first MasterChef Canada title and $100,000 ended Monday after she overcooked her sea scallops by a mere 15 seconds.

Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. Kaila Klassen’s 15-episode run to win the first MasterChef Canada title and $100,000 ended Monday after she overcooked her sea scallops by a mere 15 seconds. The Order of Canada, If you could spend a day with any historical figure, who would you choose? The reality series pits amateur cooks against one another for a $100,000 prize and the title of MasterChef Canada. Let us know what's going on! Receive daily headlines on local news, sports, entertainment, and more right to your inbox.

Klassen’s worst moment came when she made what she called Baked Alaska soup.

Everything I have learned has been from watching food shows, practising and making mistakes in the kitchen.

Please try again. If you could achieve one thing within your field, what would it be? Kelowna's Kaila Klassen, a Re/Max realtor and finalist on the most recent season of MasterChef Canada, is now opening a restaurant called Corx+Brix at Bonitas Winery in Summerland. We're always interested in hearing about news in our community. Nelson Mandela, Who inspires you? Bouchons Bistro is perfect for a date with a “Top Chef”. Tyabji will continue on as board chair and Everest is vice-chair. I would like to say thank you for the support and encouragement with my success in Real Estate at RE/MAX Kelowna as well as being on MasterChef Canada, How does your business/organization impact the community?
The West Kelowna real-estate agent made it to the final three on the CTV reality show where home cooks face off in a series of weekly challenges judged by a panel of Canadian chefs. When I first applied for Masterchef Canada I entered a silly little video and submitted it. Home chefs have until July 13 to apply for Season 2 online at masterchefcanadacasting.com. Thank goodness they were very understanding and I was able to find them the perfect house, after my ankle healed of course. I love the kitschy interior at Bohemian Cafe. My arms and legs were flying everywhere as I fell down at least 10 steps. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The wonderful thing about Masterchef Canada is the contestants can not have any formal training, every contestant on the show started with a love for food and cooking and taught themselves. Without the wonderful people of Kelowna we would just be left with beautiful beaches, warm lakes and stunning ski hills. “I think that I was underestimated,” she said. My success also comes from doing what I am passionate about. Tamma Behl talks with guest judge Joe Bastianich on MasterChef Canada. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular images. So far, it’s been wonderful,” she says, and she jokes that while clients might want to go more Asian-Indian with their menu, “after last night’s episode, maybe they shouldn’t ask me to cook Italian!”. Ezra Cipes from Summerhill Pyramid Winery in Kelowna is one of the new directors on the bigger B.C. Being on the show has made me grow so much as a person as well as a cook, it has been an amazing experience so far and I can not wait to continue watching the show which airs every Monday at 8pm on CTV. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. tap here to see other videos from our team. 211.1k Followers, 349 Following, 57 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from kaila beach (@kaila.lorraine) I have seen a lot of people go through life not happy. I was so embarrassed and to top it off I ended up spraining my ankle so the clients had to drive me to the hospital. What makes Kelowna great are the people. Kaila Klassen found her way into the heart of Canadians and especially her hometown fans as she competed on the first ever Masterchef Canada. Holy Moly! A way for us to help show our recognition for the people, businesses and organizations that help make our city great. Recent elections saw Ezra Cipes, from Summerhill Pyramid Winery in Kelowna, Duncan McCowan, from Hillside Winery in Naramata, and Shaun Everest, from Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, voted in as medium-sized winery allies. What caused you to be interested in fine cuisine? To receive the Chairman's Club level award which means I would be in the top 5% of Real Estate agents, Where do you want your business/organization to be in 5 years? If you're interested in submitting a Letter to the Editor, click here. In 2013 RE/MAX Kelowna was the first RE/MAX office to be recognized for contributing over a half million dollars to the B.C. “But I did a really good job and I am very proud of myself that I was able to prove to people, hey, I’m here for a reason.”. Calgary’s culinary community embraced her, hosting viewing parties and inviting her to collaborate with them. The next issue of Calgary Herald Headline News will soon be in your inbox.

Access KelownaNow using your Facebook account, or by entering your information below. Kaila Klassen found her way into the heart of Canadians and especially her hometown fans as she competed on the first ever Masterchef Canada. Innovation, What would you like to say to your employees/volunteers? https://www.facebook.com/kaila.klassen.1, What is your Twitter account? To go on a culinary vacation travelling Europe 3. Some general comments I would like to share are: I would like to thank everyone that has watched MasterChef Canada so far and has supported me and cheered me on!