Olivier Tali chef-owner of "Le Cheval
de Jade" is originally from the sunny south of France.
He began his apprenticeship in the fine art of French cuisine at the age
of 16 under the guidance of some of the Mediterranean's most esteemed
chefs.
He arrived in Québec in 1994. With his partner, Frédérique Pironneau, they opened
Le Cheval de Jade in 1999.
Olivier is a member of the Quebec Association of Chefs, Cooks and
Bakers
and the Fédération des '' Tables et Relais du Terroir Certifiés''.
In addition, he is Vice-Consul of the Order of Master Canardier in Québec.
He was proclaimed "Canardier Master" and will prepare in front of you the "Ducking
à la Rouennaise".
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Fresh local produce is carefully combined with the tantalizing tastes of Mediterranean tradition for a rare culinary blend that makes this restaurant a most welcome addition to Mont-Tremblant. Olivier will reveal you the secret of his new creations during his flambée recipes. |
"Tali creates some of the best fish dishes served anywhere"
Roberta Avery - Toronto Star, saturday, november 13, 2004
"Slowly and surely, they have built up a reputation for excellence
and also have netted numerous awards for the quality of service"
Roberta Avery - Toronto Star, saturday, november 13, 2004
Frédérique Pironneau comes originally from the Loire's valley in France where she studied business. She was brought up to appreciate the authentic taste of traditional products coming from her own family garden.
Autodidact since 1990, she learns her profession with experienced wine waiters. She is passionate and her hunger for knowledge is expanding everyday.
She worked in several restaurants in the Alps (France), then in Quebec
city. When she discovered the Laurentians, she fell in love with the area
and decided to make herself at home by working in different establishments
in Mont-Tremblant.
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She participated in the Gerard-Delage Prize
in 1999 where she is qualified third in Quebec in her professional
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In June 1999, she and her partner Olivier Tali
decided to open their own restaurant Le Cheval de Jade.
The two kitchen boys Fabien and Alexandre are already tasting
their daddy's recipes.









