The restaurant scene in BC is one of the most outstanding in the world in terms of diversity, unique concepts, exceptional food quality, excellent wine, professional service and value to the customer. Since its inception, the Hall of Fame has inducted 88 individuals representing a broad range of cuisine types and diverse concepts.

This year the 2014 inductees will be honoured at a gala evening on September 29th, 2014 at the Italian Cultural Centre (ICC). Well-known for bringing friends, family and fabulous food together, the ICC is the ideal venue for this celebration. Enjoy a family style Italian feast at this sit down dinner, paired with great wines as you watch the class of 2014 inducted into the BCRHOF.

Active Restaurateur Category
Celebrates the exceptional restaurateur who is currently active in the BC restaurant industry.

Daniel Frankel                                                    The Daniel Group

Gord Martin                                                        Bin 941& Go Fish

Greg Hays & Silvia Macolini                              Cafe Brio

Scott Morison                                                    Browns Socialhouse

Friend of the Industry Category
An individual (supplier, media, or politician) who has consistently supported BC’s restaurant industry.

Christine Blackwood                                        Blackwood Career Apparel Essentials

Frank Geier                                                        Gordon Food Services

John Schreiner                                                  Freelance Writer

The Industry Award
An individual (retired, deceased or active) who is or has been a chef, server, manager, executive, or bartender and who has demonstrated exceptional professionalism working in the restaurant industry. These individuals will be recognized for making their restaurant a special experience for customers.

i. Back of House
Jeff Van Geest                                                    Miradoro at Tinhorn Creek

Takashi Ito                                                          AURA Restaurant at the Inn at Laurel Point Hotel 

ii. Front of House
Mike Bernardo                                                   Vij’s & Rangoli Grill

The Coffee & Beverage Award
The Coffee Category is brand new to the BC Restaurant Hall of Fame this year. It recognizes individuals who have excelled in building BC’s coffee industry.

Vince Piccolo                                                     49th Parallel