The One and Only NYE Celebration at 100 Days

Early Seating: 5 – 6:30pm three course dinner and NYE Cocktail for $35 plus taxes and service per person
High Roller tickets: 9pm – 12am OPEN BAR for $150 plus taxes and service
OPEN BAR includes: Vodka, Rye, Rum, Tequlia, Gin and Scotch
Champagne Bar | Canapés | Candy & Dessert Bar | DJs

For tickets contact Kristin Pavich at kpavich@opushotel.com or call 604 694 2121
*Limit 2 beverages at a time. Premium alcohol and shooters are available by cash bar.

Post 12am: $20 tickets at the door

High Roller Package
Start your evening in our stylish OPUS Vancouver guestroom where you can get High Roller ready. Grab something glittery and head down to One Hundred Days to indulge in, gasp, OPEN BAR for you and your bestie or that special someone. The next morning, a forgivingly late 2pm check out will be the perfect remedy for the excessiveness of the night before. Package for two starts from $659 for a lavish OPUS guestroom and $879 for glamorous redesigned OPUS Suite. Click here to make reservations.

OPUS Bar
Table service all evening long. For table reservations please contact Kristin Pavich at kpavich@opushotel.com or 604 694 2121.

Located just steps from OPUS Hotel Vancouver, the ultra modern Spruce Body Lab Spa now offers Opus Hotel guests the opportunity to experience a new level of relaxation and therapy in an impeccably sleek and tranquil environment.  With complimentary access to Spruce’s infrared sauna, guests at OPUS Hotel Vancouver will now have their own private retreat at their door.  Infrared therapy is celebrated for its deep healing and conditioning properties and will leave guests feeling fully rejuvenated and ready for an evening of indulgence at Elixir Bistro and OPUS Bar! 

Spruce Body Lab Spa has perfected the fusion of Spa and Clinic to offer up-to-the-minute personalised therapeutic treatments in an environment of pure luxury.  “OPUS Hotel Vancouver is delighted to partner with Spruce, one of the top spas in the city, and offer guests yet another incredible service” said Chella Levesque, National Director of Marketing, OPUS Hotels.

Uniquely stylish and always fresh, OPUS Hotel Vancouver redefines the boutique experience, blending contemporary design with warmth and intuitive service.  Ninety-six guestrooms feature vibrant colours, spa bathrooms and five lifestyle-inspired décor schemes.  Located in fashionable Yaletown, close to Vancouver’s best restaurants, spas and boutiques, the hotel is home to Elixir Bistro and the dramatic OPUS Bar.

Expectations are high and rising as the doors of One Hundred Days prepare to open!  In a mere 24 hours, OPUS Hotel Vancouver will host a special media and VIP event before opening to the public for breakfast on Saturday morning.  The past week has seen the incredible transformation from traditional French bistro to raw, unpredictable and urbane pop-up eatery.

” The concept of a moment-in-time restaurant arose out of my decision to close Elixir Bistro and develop a fresh and innovative world class restaurant, featuring a new international cuisine, to open in the first quarter of 2011.  In true OPUS spirit, I decided to use the transition period between the old and new to do something completely unexpected and unique.  The richly experiential, stripped back raw structure of One Hundred Days is in perfect keeping with the creativity and unpredictability that defines the OPUS Brand ” said John deC. Evans, President and CEO, OPUS Hotels.

The talented chefs at One Hundred Days will dish up a tantalizing menu of urban diner meets Mediterranean cuisine, all inspired by the art surrounding them.  With choices such as Lobster and Prawn Popsicles and the Kick-Ass Burger, dinner at One Hundred Days is guaranteed to be a unique and adventurous experience!

The décor will be in a constant flux of change at the hands of local celebrity graffiti artist Vince Dumoulin.  With the walls at the mercy of his artistic whims, you may think you are in a different restaurant from one week to the next. 

One Hundred Days promises to be high energy and the most unexpected and thrilling dining experience to be found in Vancouver.  Join us on our journey of 100 exciting adventures.

Peter Girges Unveils RocksGlass Concepts Ltd. Restaurant Group

Peter Girges, the young Vancouver visionary behind the Glowbal Group of Restaurants is at it again and this time launching a new company of restaurants, RocksGlass Concepts Ltd. As the first major move Girges, together with his team announced today they will be partnering with John Evans, President & CEO of the OPUS Hotels Vancouver and taking over the hotel’s food & beverage, including OPUS Bar, Café O and of course the renowned Elixir Bistro.

Shutting down this Friday for a 6-day whirlwind overhaul, Girges and the RocksGlass team will be renovating the Elixir Bistro to insert their own style and complete the partnership. This startling announcement comes just shy of the opening of the first two RocksGlass restaurants independently called Chinois Restaurant, and the other, Pierre’s.

Although construction on Chinois Restaurant and Pierre’s Lounge is still underway, the two highly anticipated restaurants are both slated to open later this fall. Having assembled some of the strongest industry players including restaurant handler and former Glowbal General Manager, Anthony Pratt, EVOKE International Design, as well as an extensive list of high-profile investors; RocksGlass is confident they will exceed expectations.

Peter Girges, the man behind the company, has already earned a reputation for success in the highly competitive restaurant sector. As the other half of the Glowbal Group of Restaurants, he built the original Coast, Italian Kitchen, Sanafir, Trattoria, Glowbal and Afterglow. Even more impressive, at only 31 years of age, this industry veteran has developed a whopping eight successful restaurants, five of which continue to generate well over $30 million annually.

In 2008, after selling his shares in the Glowbal Group, Girges made the decision to branch out independently. “The opportunity was there, and I knew it was now or never,” says Girges. “I have long wanted to re-define hospitality in Vancouver and I believe RocksGlass will achieve just that,” he finished.

With over 15 years experience in the culinary world, Turianskyj comes from within the OPUS Hotel Group family. The native Montrealer garnered much acclaim while serving as both Executive Chef and General Manager of KOKO Restaurant + Bar at OPUS Montreal. Chef Turianskyj’s vision and passion for excellence lead the way in executing a menu that perfectly emulated KOKO’s cosmopolitan, sophisticated environment.

Turianskyj’s career began with his studies at the Institut de Tourisme et d’Hôtellerie du Québec. He then took on the role of sous-Chef at the Manoir des Érables, and was later appointed Chef for the Délégation du Québec in New York. Turianskyj then returned to Québec, where he further demonstrated his talents at chic Mont-Tremblant restaurant Aux Truffes.

Bearing Taiwanese, French and Ukranian ancestry, Chef Turianskyj grew up surrounded by global culinary influences. His passion for travel and culture took him to the Sheraton Club des Pins in Algiers, Algeria, the deserts of Qatar at the Intercontinental in Doha, and to Q’BA, New Delhi’s pre-eminent dining establishment. He has acquired a wealth of experience, from catering expansive events in the desert to planning formal dinners honouring political dignitaries, heads of state and royalty; he is ideally poised to lead OPUS Vancouver’s culinary team and will be responsible for OPUS Bar, Elixir Bistro and OPUS Catering.

OPUS Hotel Vancouver
Uniquely stylish and always fresh, OPUS Hotel Vancouver redefines the boutique experience, blending contemporary design with warmth and intuitive service. Ninety-six guestrooms feature vibrant colours, spa bathrooms and five lifestyle-inspired décor schemes. Located in fashionable Yaletown, close to Vancouver’s best restaurants, spas and boutiques, the hotel is home to Elixir Bistro and the dramatic OPUS Bar. OPUS was voted one of the world’s top 100 hotels by readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine.

www.opushotel.com

Starting April 13, 2010

Spring Fever has arrived and it is time to get your flirt on! The Elixir Bistro team has created a dining experience for you to impress any potential mate, that includes a very special wine and dine offer available every Tuesday starting April 13. Choose a bottle of wine from our Date Night wine menu and receive a complimentary three course table d’hôte menu for two.

Date Night Menu
A 3-course dinner for two is included with your selection of any of the following wines:
WHITES
JACKSON TRIGGS ESPRIT 2007. Chardonnay. Okanagan Valley. B.C. 49
E. GUIGAL 2004. Viognier blend. Cote du Rhone Blanc France 89
JAFFURS 2004. roussanne. California 109
BERINGER ‘Private Reserve’ 2006. chardonnay. California. 129
VILLA MT.EDEN 1999. chardonnay. California. 119
ROSE
LE VIEUX PIN ‘Vaila’ 2008. Pinot noir rosé. Oliver. B.C. 89
REDS
JACKSON TRIGGS ESPRIT 2006. Cabarnet – Merlot. Okanagan Valley. B.C. 49
CLOS DU CAUSSE 2001. bordeaux blend. Minervois. France 89
NICHOL VINEYARD ‘Capriccio’ 2006. pinot noir & gamay. Naramata. B.C. 79
DUNHAM FROESE 2007. bordeaux blend. Oliver. B.C. 79
DOMAINE VINCENT SAUVESTRE 2003. pinot noir. Pommard. France 129
QUERCIABELLA 2005. sangiovese. Chianti Classico. Italy 119
LANE TANNER ‘Julia’s Vineyard’ 20065. pinot noir. California 159
TORBRECK ‘RunRig’ 2002. shiraz. Australia 469
BUBBLES
PASQUA PROSECCO 79
DE VENOGE. Brut Rosé NV. France 375 ml 99
FERRARI BRUT 119
GOSSET ‘Celebris’ Brut Rosé 2003. Champagne. France 409

“From the beginning, Don was extremely passionate about the Elixir and OPUS Bar brands, which clearly showed through his professionalism and dedication” says OPUS Vancouver General Manager Nicholas Gandossi. His focus and determination were building blocks for Elixir’s early successes, which allowed the business to grow in other areas, most notably in OPUS Catering. We certainly will miss his leadership and humour, which we have all seen, and come to understand over the past eight years.”

About Elixir
French Bistro meets affordable Yaletown glamour in Elixir. Recognized as the bronze recipient for casual French cuisine at the coveted Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards; Elixir is also a founding member of the Ocean Wise Program and Green Table Network. Classic French cuisine is crafted from the freshest regional and seasonal ingredients. Choose a room to suit your mood: bustling Bistro, airy Garden Room or plush Velvet Room. Elixir provides warm, attentive service in a vibrant atmosphere popular with style savvy travelers and discerning locals alike. Valet parking is available. For more information call 604.642.0557 or visit www.elxirvancouver.ca.

On Sunday May 2, Elixir Bistro at OPUS Hotel Vancouver hosts a fundraiser brunch and silent auction, benefitting Team Merckx. Letendre is honoured to once again join this team, which was started by former pro cyclist and Tour de France participant Axel Merckx and wife Jody Merckx of Kelowna. The goal of Team Merckx is to raise $100,000.00 for the Ride to Conquer Cancer. Proceeds from the brunch will go toward the team’s ambitious target. For more information, or to make a donation visit: www.conquercancer.ca.

In the spirit of the cycling event, Executive Chef Don Letendre has partnered up with Team Merckx captain Olivier Lebeau to develop a custom menu featuring specialty items including: The After Burn (scallion and bacon waffle, poached eggs, grilled asparagus tomato jam and sauce béarnaise) and Licking the Front Tire (Pavlova, lemon curd and fresh berries). The three-course set brunch will be served on Sunday, May 2 from 10:00am – 3:30pm at $40.00 per person. $30.00 will cover the cost of food and $10.00 will go directly to the cause. There is also a children’s menu available for $30.00. For more information or to make a reservation call 604.642.0557.

Elixir Bistro
French Bistro meets affordable Yaletown glamour in Elixir. Recognized as the bronze recipient for casual French cuisine at the coveted Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards; Elixir is also a founding member of the Ocean Wise Program and Green Table Network. Chef Don Letendre specializes in classic French cuisine, crafting innovative dishes from the freshest regional and seasonal ingredients. Choose a room to suit your mood: bustling Bistro, airy Garden Room or plush Velvet Room. Elixir provides warm, attentive service in a vibrant atmosphere popular with style savvy travelers and discerning locals alike. Valet parking is available.

www.elixirvancouver.ca

Feel like a celebrity as you walk the Red Carpet, wave to adoring paparazzi and step into the ultimate viewing party! Dress to impress and experience all the glitz and glamour of Hollywood while sipping Oscartini’s, nibbling feature Oscar O-bite platters for $25 and mingling with Vancouver’s glamorous while watching the 82nd Annual Academy Awards.

Don’t miss your chance to win a Bed & Breakfast package for two at OPUS Hotel Vancouver, for the person with the most correct Oscar ballot predictions.

3 course Oscar Dinner available in Elixir Bistro for $30 with optional wine pairings for $20.

RSVP to Jessica Dunn JDunn@opushotel.com

On Valentine’s Day, casual French bistro Elixir invites guests to savour a decadent four-course menu and amuse bouche. After sampling kushi oysters on the half shell with champagne jelly and caviar, guests will relish a sunchoke and truffle veloute, roasted candy cane beets or Qualicum Bay scallops. Perfect for a romantic evening a deux, the lobster paella, beef Wellington and rack of lamb mains are designed for sharing. And because February 14 is incomplete without something sweet, the meal is capped with a bittersweet chocolate mille-feuille with black cherry sorbet and Valentines petit fours. The four-course menu with amuse bouche is $85.00 per person.

At OPUS Bar, guests will sip a bold, sweet or seductive cocktail then dive into a savoury shared platter of s&b tempura oysters, red curry prawn skewer and Mediterranean lamb popsicle. For dessert? A tier of seductive Valentine’s sweets, including chocolate pistachio éclairs, milk chocolate chai truffles, chocolate macaroons with cherry-chocolate ganache and a hot chocolate shot with passion fruit marshmallow. The savoury and sweet platters and choice of cocktail are $55.00 per person.

Reservations for Elixir Bistro and OPUS Bar can be made at Open Table (www.opentable.com) and through Elixir Bistro at 604.642.0557.

Elixir Bistro
French Bistro meets affordable Yaletown glamour in Elixir. Recognized as the bronze recipient for casual French cuisine at the coveted Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards; Elixir is also a founding member of the Ocean Wise Program and Green Table Network. Chef Don Letendre specializes in classic French cuisine, crafting innovative dishes from the freshest regional and seasonal ingredients. Choose a room to suit your mood: bustling Bistro, airy Garden Room or plush Velvet Room. Elixir provides warm, attentive service in a vibrant atmosphere popular with style savvy travelers and discerning locals alike. Valet parking is available. www.elixirvancouver.ca

OPUS Bar
At chic ‘see-and-be-seen’ OPUS Bar in Vancouver’s world-renowned OPUS Hotel, a playful blend of iridescent lighting, designer furniture and shimmer screens set the mood for its sophisticated and style-savvy crowd. Innovative cocktails are complemented by modern-world “O-Bites”, with live music from some of the city’s best local DJs and musicians. Glass-walled restrooms and live video feeds allow you to always keep an eye on the action. Located in fashionable Yaletown, OPUS Bar was voted “Vancouver’s Most Popular Nightspot” by Zagat. www.opusbar.ca