Semiahmoo Resort welcomes new executive chef

Debbie Vance has taken the reins as executive chef at Semiahmoo Resort as of September 1.

Vance has spent more than 18 years in the hospitality industry. Previously, she worked as executive chef at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa, a resort catering to guests of famed country singer Dolly Parton’s Dollywood amusement park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Vance also held the title of executive chef at the Hilton Knoxville hotel in downtown Knoxville, Tennessee.

Vance draws inspiration from homemade meals from her family and bringing people together through food.

When she’s not working, Vance spends time with her husband, Ronnie, and their dog, Romeo, and cat, Spork. In addition to cooking, she enjoys gardening, riding her motorcycle and foraging.