Maggie O'Rourke

Chef Maggie O’Rourke is the founder of Wild Woman, a catering company rooted in ancient wisdom and vibrant, worldly flavors.With over 15 years of experience, Maggie’s culinary journey began in the rugged kitchens of tree-planting camps in British Columbia and evolved through the fast-paced food scene of Toronto.Her style reflects a reverence for home cooking, shaped by mentors who inspired her with rich food traditions from India, the Caribbean, and the West Indies.She also draws from her Irish and Italian lineage, bringing ancestral themes into every dish.A maximalist at heart, Maggie infuses color, intensity, and intention into each creation, working with whole foods and the Ayurvedic balance of the six tastes.Maggie’s education in Ayurveda transformed her relationship with food.For her, cooking is more than nourishment—it is sacred, rebellious, and artful.Every meal she creates is guided by principles of balance, seasonality, and self-connection.