Private Chef Pornpimon De Vries

Born and raised in Bangkok, Thailand, I grew up in a family of food lovers and restaurateurs. With over 25 years of experience in commercial kitchens, my adventurous spirit and passion for new culinary experiences have taken me from the bustling restaurant kitchens of Asia to New York City, and over the past decade, to beautiful, multicultural British Columbia — where I now cook, create, and call home.

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is an expression of love, culture, and connection.

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook in my grandmother’s kitchen, refined my skills in my family’s Bangkok restaurants, and grew through Asia’s fusion scene.

A cooking secret...

My secret in the kitchen is simple — attention to detail, generosity, and cooking with love

My menus

Thai x West Coast (Pacific Fusion)

STARTER

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Grilled Prawn Skewers – Locally sourced BC prawns lightly battered and grilled to perfection, paired with crisp morning glory vegetables. A smoky, savory bite that bridges Thai street flavor with fresh West Coast simplicity

Mini Crab Cakes with Nam Jim Aioli — West Coast crab blended with Thai herbs, served with spicy-sweet aioli

FIRST COURSE

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Coconut Mushroom Chowder – A silky coconut and lemongrass soup infused with kaffir lime and a medley of locally grown Chanterelle, Shiitake, and Oyster mushrooms. A comforting fusion of West Coast earthiness and Thai aromatic warmth

West Coast Tom Yum – A vibrant twist on the classic Thai Tom Yum soup, featuring locally wild-caught British Columbia fish and seafood. Bright, aromatic, and tangy, it blends Thai spice with the fresh, briny essence of the Pacific

MAIN COURSE

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Uni Pasta – Locally sourced BC sea urchin paired with glistening Ikura (salmon caviar), served over freshly hand-made pasta noodles. A luxurious balance of ocean brine and creamy richness with a subtle Thai citrus twist

Cedar-Grilled Salmon with Green Curry Butter — Pacific salmon with fragrant curry glaze, served over coconut rice

DESSERT

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Berry Sticky Rice – Sweet coconut sticky rice layered with caramelized pineapple and a compote of BC blueberries and raspberries. Finished with toasted sesame and a drizzle of coconut cream — a tropical-meets-Pacific twist on the Thai classic

Thai Tea Ice Cream – Creamy house-made ice cream infused with bold Thai tea and hints of vanilla and spice. A smooth, aromatic finish that balances sweetness with the tea’s signature earthy depth

Thai Street Food Spice

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Egg : Kiew Tod (เกี๊ยวทอด)– Crispy Egg Wontons Golden-fried egg wontons stuffed with seasoned chicken and herbs, served with sweet chili dipping sauce — crispy on the outside, juicy and flavorful inside

FIRST COURSE

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Chicken or Pork Satay (สะเต๊ะไก่ / สะเต๊ะหมู) Marinated and grilled to perfection, served with rich peanut sauce and tangy cucumber relish

MAIN COURSE

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Kor Moo Yang - (คอหมูย่าง) – Grilled Pork Neck Charcoal-grilled marinated pork neck, juicy and smoky, served with spicy tamarind dipping sauce. (GF)

DESSERT

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Khao Niew Mamuang (ข้าวเหนียวมะม่วง) – Mango Sticky Rice Sweet coconut sticky rice served with fresh mango and coconut cream — Thailand’s most loved dessert

Northern Thai BBQ

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Chicken or Pork Satay (สะเต๊ะไก่ / สะเต๊ะหมู) Marinated and grilled to perfection, served with rich peanut sauce and tangy cucumber relish

FIRST COURSE

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Fresh Spring Rolls (ปอเปี๊ยะสด – Por Pia Sod) Rice paper rolls stuffed with fresh veggies, herbs, and noodles, served with peanut or sweet chili sauce. Available with tofu, shrimp, or chicken

MAIN COURSE

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Curry : Khao Soi (ข้าวซอย) Northern Thai curry noodle soup, e dish features egg noodles served in a fragrant coconut curry broth

DESSERT

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Kluay Tod (กล้วยทอด) - Thai Fried Banana Crispy golden-fried banana fritters coated in sesame and coconut batter — crunchy outside, soft and sweet inside. (VEG)

Asian Ocean & Garden

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Fresh Spring Rolls (ปอเปี๊ยะสด – Por Pia Sod) Rice paper rolls stuffed with fresh veggies, herbs, and noodles, served with peanut or sweet chili sauce. Available with tofu, shrimp, or chicken

FIRST COURSE

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Pla Sam Rod (ปลาสามรส) -Three-Flavour Fish Crispy fried fish topped with sweet, sour, and spicy sauce — crunchy, tangy, and perfectly balanced. (GF)

MAIN COURSE

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Fish : Pla Neung Manao (ปลานึ่งมะนาว) Steamed fish with lime, garlic, and chili sauce — a bright, tangy, and spicy preparation

DESSERT

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Khao Niew Mamuang (ข้าวเหนียวมะม่วง) – Mango Sticky Rice Sweet coconut sticky rice served with fresh mango and coconut cream — Thailand’s most loved dessert

Classic Thai Comfort

STARTER

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Chicken or Pork Satay (สะเต๊ะไก่ / สะเต๊ะหมู) Marinated and grilled to perfection, served with rich peanut sauce and tangy cucumber relish

Fresh Spring Rolls (ปอเปี๊ยะสด – Por Pia Sod) Rice paper rolls stuffed with fresh veggies, herbs, and noodles, served with peanut or sweet chili sauce. Available with tofu, shrimp, or chicken

Egg : Kiew Tod (เกี๊ยวทอด)– Crispy Egg Wontons Golden-fried egg wontons stuffed with seasoned chicken and herbs, served with sweet chili dipping sauce — crispy on the outside, juicy and flavorful inside

Por Pia Tod (ปอเปี๊ยะทอด) : Thai Fried Spring Rolls Crispy rolls filled with veggies and glass noodles, served with sweet chili sauce. Available VEG or with chicken

FIRST COURSE

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Soup : Tom Kha Gai (ต้มข่าไก่) – Coconut Chicken Soup Tender chicken simmered in coconut milk with galangal, lemongrass, and lime — creamy, aromatic, and perfectly balanced

Beef : Yum Neua (ยำเนื้อ). grilled or seared beef slices tossed with fresh herbs and a tangy-spicy dressing

MAIN COURSE

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Curry : Khao Soi (ข้าวซอย) Northern Thai curry noodle soup, e dish features egg noodles served in a fragrant coconut curry broth

Fish : Pla Duk Tod (ปลาดุกทอด) – Crispy Fried Catfish Golden-fried catfish served Thai-style — light, crispy, and bursting with flavor. Often paired with a spicy mango salad for a perfect balance of crunch, heat, and freshness

Gaeng Massaman (แกงมัสมั่น) Massaman Curry A mild and rich southern Thai curry with coconut milk, potato, onion, and roasted peanuts — a perfect comfort dish. Available with beef, chicken, or tofu. (GF)

DESSERT

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Khao Niew Mamuang (ข้าวเหนียวมะม่วง) – Mango Sticky Rice Sweet coconut sticky rice served with fresh mango and coconut cream — Thailand’s most loved dessert

Kluay Tod (กล้วยทอด) - Thai Fried Banana Crispy golden-fried banana fritters coated in sesame and coconut batter — crunchy outside, soft and sweet inside. (VEG)