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Heidi’s TV Show: Cookin’ on the Coast.

Chef Heidi offers fresh, well-tested recipes and many helpful cooking tips to ensure viewers come away with the confidence and enthusiasm they need to cook delicious food at home.

Between preparations we hit the road for a behind the scenes look at food producers on Vancouver Island. Each episode wraps up with a beverage pairing.

Show is sponsored by Country Grocer, Liquor Plus, and Whisk Victoria. Show is produced and hosted by CHEK Media, Vancouver Island’s local, independant, employee-owned media company.

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Episode Guide — Season 12

Dec. 21, 2024

Season 12Episode 14

Beautiful Brunch Bowls

Get ready for brunch with a twist! Chef Castro takes the lead in the kitchen, crafting his renowned African brunch bowls that are bursting with vibrant flavors and unique flair. This is one brunch you won't want to miss!

Dec. 14, 2024

Season 12Episode 13

Better With Family Prime Rib Dinner

Chef’s parents join her in the kitchen for a prime rib feast fit for a celebration, and this family cooking session promises to be as heartwarming as it is mouthwatering.

Nov. 23, 2024

Season 12Episode 12

Mexican Tortilla Soup

Sneak in those veggies with this flavourful Mexican tortilla soup that’s perfect for the whole family! And for an extra kick, we spice things up with Islanders Mexican sauces.

Nov. 16, 2024

Season 12Episode 11

Deep Dish and Delish

Deep dish pizza — need we say more? This is a recipe you’ll be dying to sink your teeth into. Then we head to Alderlea Farms.

Nov. 9, 2024

Season 12Episode 10

Veggie Fans and Sheet Pans

There’s nothing better for a veggie fan than this set it and forget it Indian style sheet pan dinner, then we head to South Island Saskatoons for a berry delicious treat.

Nov. 2, 2024

Season 12Episode 9

Slow and Steady Beef Ragu with Polenta

Chef is simmering up a storm with this beef ragu and polenta, then we head to Hertels Meats.

Episode Guide — Season 11

Dec. 9, 2023

Season 11Episode 14

Can’t Beat It Butter Chicken

It’s true — you can’t beat the taste of this Indian inspired butter chicken with basmati rice, then chef Heidi heads out to put her taste buds to the test with a culinary tour at the Victoria Public Market.

Dec. 2, 2023

Season 11Episode 13

Mom-made Family-style Brunch

Chef Heidi’s niece joins her in the kitchen to create a full meal deal of brunch for the holidays at home, including overnight French toast with caramelized apples and baked eggs.

Nov. 25, 2023

Season 11Episode 12

Wild Green Spanakopita with Tzatziki

Greek and West coast inspired, this vegetarian Wild Green Spanakopita with Tzatziki is fillo’d with flavour. Then Chef goes gluten free when she visits Bake my Day in Duncan.

Nov. 18, 2023

Season 11Episode 11

When In Doubt — Air Fry Teriyaki Salmon

Japanese inspired, this quick and delicious air fryer teriyaki salmon will leave you with no doubt on what to cook for your next family meal. Then chef Heidi visits Moonshine Mamas on Salt Spring Island to get the down low on delicious Elixers.

Nov. 11, 2023

Season 11Episode 10

A Fiesta of Flavours, Beef Birria Tacos

Mexican inspired and gluten free, these beef birria tacos and smoky green salsa, made by Chef Heidi and special guest Israel Alvarez, will have your taste buds salsa dancing. Then, chef tries her chops at smoking when she visits Jones BBQ.

Nov. 4, 2023

Season 11Episode 9

Can’t Believe It’s Kale Caesar Salad

Chef Heidi’s famous Mediterranean inspired ‘can’t believe it’s kale’ caesar salad will give this healthy vegetable a whole new place on your plate. Plus, we say yes to Yeshi Dressings as we explore their factory in Coble Hill.

Episode Guide — Season 10

Dec. 3, 2022

Season 10Episode 13

New Deli Superstacked Sandwiches

Stacked high, Chef Heidi makes the ultimate sandwich in two versions, meat and plant based. Then gives us a tour of her Camosun College student run food truck.

Nov. 26, 2022

Season 10Episode 12

West Coast Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon

Chef Heidi demonstrates how to make West Coast Eggs Benny to perfection. Chef visits a local small batch, plant based dip maker at Justo’s Dips.

Nov. 19, 2022

Season 10Episode 11

Thai Green Curry Soup

Chef Heidi demonstrates how to make Thai Green Curry the traditional way and takes it up a notch, Chef then takes us on a shopping and dining tour of Chinatown.

Nov. 12, 2022

Season 10Episode 10

Marinated Tri Tip Steak and Chimichurri Sauce

Chef Heidi makes blistered cherry tomatoes and Chimichurri sauce to accompany her special mouth watering steak. Then she heads to Gobind Farms famous for their island berries.

Nov. 5, 2022

Season 10Episode 9

Tahini Swirl Brownies and Cookies

Chef Heidi bakes up a swirl of Tahini brownies and decadent cookies. Then she sees how vanilla extract is made at Vanillablossom Flavors.

Oct. 29, 2022

Season 10Episode 8

Warming Winter Soup and Black Bean Brownies

Chef Heidi shows us why there’s nothing better on a cold day than her warming winter soup with a to die for gluten free brownie, then continues the search for the ultimate soup at Soupa Cafe.