Ivana Raca

Ivana is best known from Beat Bobby Flay (2013), Top Chef Canada (2011), The Chef Cartel (2013). Ivana Raca is a fierce chef whose drive and kitchen cred has earned her the utmost respect amongst her peers in Toronto's culinary scene. Originally from the former Yugoslavia, Ivana is laid back, friendly and personable, but when her chef jacket is on and knives are drawn, she's all business. After a rough time in high school, a teacher noticed she needed direction and helped get her on the right track by convincing her to take a culinary skills course. From there, she says food has not only changed her life, it is her life. Ivana is an accomplished chef on her way to building her own empire. She is the owner of Raca Café, partner at the acclaimed Ufficio, and co-owner of recently opened Resto Boemo with Food Network Canada host Brad Smith - but the Top Chef Canada title is what she has her sights set on and she's determined to win it.