Chef and product developer Krista MacQuarrie was named the 2025 PEI Chef of the Year by the Culinary Federation of PEI. The award recognizes her leadership and commitment to excellence in the culinary industry and community.
In addition to this honour, MacQuarrie was also named the Culinary Federation’s Eastern Region Chef of the Year, earning her a spot as one of three national finalists for the prestigious National Chef of the Year title. MacQuarrie is a graduate of The Culinary Institute of Canada where she earned a diploma in Culinary Arts, a certificate in Pastry Arts, and an applied degree in Culinary Operations. She also holds a certificate in Collaborative Leadership from UPEI and is pursuing a certificate in Adult Education through a joint Holland College–UPEI program.
