Coast-to-Coast Dinner Features David Bohati, Blair Lebsack, Eden Hrabec and CBC Radio Host John Gilchrist

Our provincial neighbours to the east have drummed up quite a name for themselves in the dining scene over the last few years, becoming known for their rustic sophistication and ethnic influences. Alberta is quickly gaining the reputation as one of the country’s dining ‘hot spots’ and Edible Canada is excited to bring in some of the provinces top change-making chefs to star in the fourth dinner of their 2015 Coast-to-Coast Series. The talented chefs representing the region are a true testament to the vibrant and growing food scene ‘next door’.

Showcasing the best of the west, preparing the dinner will be Gold Medal Plate award-winning chefs Dave Bohati of Market in Calgary, Eden Hrabec of Canmore’s Crazyweed Kitchen, and Blair Lebsack of Rdg Rd in Edmonton. With accolades such as ‘Best New Restaurant 2014’ and ‘Top 50 Best Restaurants in Canada’, these chefs will be bringing their ‘A’ game. The regionally inspired feast will offer up the flavours of this fertile region and give guests the chance to experience what all the hype is about.

Each of these talented chefs will be contributing a course based on ingredients from their specific region so guests will get a taste of the various regions that are driving the Alberta food scene.

Famed CBC Radio host and food critic John Gilchrist will be flying in to host the evening which will ensure guests are entertained and leave inspired with stories of Alberta’s ever evolving culinary scene.

A Taste of Alberta

Canapés

Canadian Rangeland Wagyu Tenderloin Tartare with Galimax Trading Cold-pressed Canola Oil on Poplar Bluff Kennebec Potato Crisp

Prairie Garden Squash with Sour Cherries, Gold Forest Grains Farro &
McKernan Foods Cider Vinegar Pickled Onion

Hillview Farms Pork Croquette with Lemon Truffle Mayonnaise

Main Courses

Grizzly Paw Moose Knuckle Stout & Sour Cherry Braised Alberta Bison Ranch Short Rib with Parsnip Puree, Wilted Organic Chard & Parsnip Crisps

Nature’s Green Acres Nouveau Boeuf Loin, Braised Shank & Overwintered Onion Galette, Grilled Romaine, Rye & Pecorino Streusel, Black Garlic Reduction

Green Eggs & Ham Smoked Duck Breast Pastrami, Gruyere Aioli, Bread N Butter Pickles, Highwood Crossing Cold Pressed Canola, Rye Bread

Desserts

Lemon Curd Mousse with Meringue & Blueberries

Honey Caramel & Apple Butter Shortbread

Salted Caramel Chocolate Bonbon

Meet the chefs

Chef David Bohati of Market
After starting his culinary career in Victoria, BC, Chef David Bohati quickly climbed the ladder learning from renowned chefs here on the West Coast. Since opening MARKET in February of 2013 Chef Bohati has raised local and national attention for his work with the restaurant. Helping make Market #1 Best New Restaurant in Calgary 2013by claimed food critic John Gilchrist from CBC, was Nominated for Best New Restaurant Canada in 2013 by enRoute Magazine (Top 35 in Canada), and named #47 on the Top 50 Best Restaurants in Canada list 2014 by Vacay Canada.  Most recently Chef Bohati’s greatest accomplishment came when he placed Gold in the 2014 Gold Medal Plates.

Chef Blair Lebsack of RGE RD
Recently named a Top Forty Foodie under Forty by Western Living Magazine and Top Forty under Forty by Avenue Magazine, Chef Blair Lebsack is kept busy as the chef/owner of the restaurant RGE RD (Range Road). RGE RD has been chosen as Best Restaurant Overall and Best New Restaurant in Edmonton by Avenue Magazine and Best New Restaurant in Edmonton by Where Magazine as well. RGE RD was recently recognized by EnRoute Magazine, placing #4 in their annual Top 10 Best New Restaurants for 2014. Driven by a passion for Alberta’s terroir and the abundance of quality produce, Chef Lebsack has made it a priority to cultivate relationships with farmers and farms. This relationship with food producers has led to RGE RD dinners, a series of outdoor farm dinners that have developed a cult following. The philosophy of local, healthful and ethical food is the backbone of his restaurant concept-an urban gathering place where the farm dictates the menu.

Chef Eden Hrabec of Crazyweed Kitchen
Eden Hrabec is the Executive Sous Chef of the Crazyweed Kitchen in Canmore Alberta. After growing up surrounding by passionate restauranteurs, Chef Hrabec went on to work with an impressive line-up of chefs and notable establishments including Rockpool, one of the top restaurants in the world, under Chef Neil Perry in Sydney Australia. Here she was able to refine her culinary skills, broaden her outlook and further develop her palate. In October 2012, Eden was invited to participate in the Gold Medal Plate Culinary Competition in Calgary Alberta where she took home Gold in the regional event and was advanced to the finale in Kelowna where she Won The People’s Choice Award. She has also just recently  returned from her travels to India where she was sent on a Culinary Travel Grant awarded by City Palate Calgary.

DINNER PRICE IS ONLY $99 AND INCLUDES:

Alberta Inspired Welcome Cocktail
3 course Gourmet Alberta-Inspired Dinner
Wine and Beverage Pairings with Each Course

Gratuities
10% Off On All Retail Products Purchased Night Of Including A Selection of Alberta Artisan Products
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For more details or to purchase tickets to the event, please visit our website or call our office at 604.558.0040.