TASTE OF AFRICA DINNER – PART TWO!

Our Taste of Africa Dinner last year was so popular and sold out so quickly that we had to do it again!  Back by demand is Isaac and his wife Becky with their amazing food from Taste of Africa.  Paired alongside South African wines, enjoy Sliced yams, Spinach stew
Rice & Beans, and Jollof Rice.

$45/ticket, 36 tickets available

Guests at the CRU dinner will be able to experience Burrowing Owl’s commitment to quality for themselves as they enjoy the winery’s top bottles paired with a complementary menu designed by Executive Chef Alana Peckham. Burrowing Owl President, Chris Wyse, will be on hand at the event to talk about the advantages and challenges of this extraordinary location.

The four-course dinner plus wines is only $98 per person, including tax and gratuity. Tickets are available at www.cru.ca or by phone at 604-677-4111.

Sunday, January 15, 2012

Burrowing Owl Estate Winery  Dinner

$98  – Inclusive of Taxes and Gratuity

About Burrowing Owl Estate Winery: Recently named one of the Top 10 BC Wineries by Wine Access magazine the winery is devoted to producing world-class wines using creative viticultural and winemaking processes that are in harmony with the unique ecosystem where the grapes are grown, which includes the northernmost tip of the Sonora Desert.

About CRU Restaurant: Restaurant owner and Sommelier Mark Taylor has created a comfortable environment in which guests can explore pairing fine food and wine without feeling intimidated.  Critics on the culinary scene have lauded CRU’s commitment to excellence:  since opening in 2003 the restaurant has earned numerous awards both for its innovative Pacific Northwest menu and for its outstanding wine list.

We invite you to join us for this beautiful night where we will showcase the wonderful diversity of Italian wines with a close look at the noble red grape of Italy–Nebbiolo.

Enjoy a four course autumn inspired seasonal menu prepared by Chef Neil Taylor paired with the best Nebbiolo based wines from all over the country including a wine from Angelo Gaja and Giacomo Conterno’s Barolo.

This special evening will be hosted by Cibo’s Director of Operations David Fert, and Marquis’ own “Italian Stallions” Cole Larson and Leah Bickford. Ticket price is an astonishing low $99.00. Tickets are available starting on Monday, October 31st and are sold exclusively through Marquis Wine Cellars.  To order your tickets please call 604-684-0445.

Date: Tuesday, November 29th
Time: 6:30pm Reception and 7pm Dinner
Location: Cibo Trattoria, 900 Seymour Street, Vancouver
Cost: $99.00 all inclusive

Le Gavroche’s Chef Robert Guest will pair five delicious courses with the best of Tinhorn Creek’s award-winning wines.

Tickets for the November 9th dinner are available for $95 (inclusive of tax and gratuities) and can be purchased by calling Le Gavroche at 604.685.3924.

Le Gavroche welcomes Tinhorn Creek
Wednesday, November 9th
Reception 6 pm, Dinner 6:30 pm
$95 inclusive

Canapés
Crown Royal Smoked Salmon, Crème Frâiche
Salmon Caviar & Green Onion Pancake
Roasted Garlic & Brie Cheese Purses
Smoked Veal Tongue & Onion Confit
Tinhorn Creek Oldfield Series Rosé 2010

1st course
Dungeness Crab, Prawn stuffed Squid, Crab & Cognac Sauce
Tinhorn Creek Oldfield Series 2Bench White 2010

2nd Course
Duck Confit Cannelloni, Cassis Sauce
Tinhorn Creek Oldfield Series Syrah 2008

3rd Course
Salt Spring Island Lamb Chops, Sauce Verde, Tomato & Basil Braised LambMeatballs, Vegetable Couscous
Tinhorn Creek Oldfield Series 2Bench Red 2008

4th Course
Red Wine & Cinnamon Poached Apples, Apple Pie Ice Cream
Tinhorn Creek Oldfield Series Kerner Icewine 2010

About Le Gavroche
Opened in 1978, Le Gavroche is one of Vancouver’s longest-standing fine-dining establishments, offering award-winning French cuisine in a relaxed, intimate atmosphere. For decades, the setting of Le Gavroche has charmed Vancouverites and travelers alike and has garnered international attention as one of Vancouver’s most romantic dinner settings. The gently refurbished Victorian house (circa 1910’s) features views of the Coastal Mountains and Coal Harbour from the upstairs terrace and a cozy fireplace for those cold winter evenings.

Sunday October 23rd, 6pm

Hawksworth Restaurant presents a rare opportunity to join celebrated winemaker Jacques Lardière of Maison Louis Jadot, for an intimate winemaker dinner in Hawksworth’s first floor York Room on Sunday October 23rd.

Executive Chef David Hawksworth and Chef de Cuisine Kristian Eligh have created a six-course tasting menu to complement the select Jadot wines, including several from the acclaimed 2009 vintage. Among the highlights, a Clos de Vougeot 2002 poured from a Magnum will accompany the main course.

“Jacques is a winemaking legend and one who will soon retire, so this really is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” declared Hawksworth’s Wine Director Terry Threlfall. Threlfall adds “2009 was an exceptional vintage and we are really excited to be able to taste so many 1er and Grand Crus; a very special evening indeed.”

The Jadot Dinner with Jacques Lardière will take place on Sunday Oct 23rd at Hawksworth Restaurant, The York Room at 6pm and just a few places remain. Cost per person is $250, Inclusive of tax and gratuities. For reservations please telephone: (604) 673-7000

Bios, menu and wine selections available upon request.

About Hawksworth Restaurant: 

The personal dream of one of Canada’s foremost masters of cuisine, Hawksworth Restaurant, located at the legendary Rosewood Hotel Georgia, in the heart of downtown Vancouver fuses together a illustrious past with a radiant future. Embracing contemporary Canadian cuisine, the goal is to set forth a culinary legacy rooted in regional produce while celebrating the cultural diversity of Vancouver.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner approachable menus reflect seasonality and spontaneity while demonstrating the highly skilled technique and relentless drive for perfection that has become Hawksworth’s trademark. Four distinctive dining rooms include an intimate bar area and an elegant private room, all designed to reflect the vibrancy and quality of the cuisine. Grown up and glamorous, yet relaxed and welcoming, Hawksworth Restaurant is poised to deliver an array of memorable dining experiences.

Located at 801 West Georgia St. at the corner of Howe, at the Rosewood Hotel Georgia – for reservations and more information visit www.hawksworthrestaurant.com or telephone: 604.673.7000.

Wednesday, November 9th at 6:30pm

Dinner with Washington state’s oldest and most acclaimed winery – Chateau Ste. Michelle.

The evening will feature 6 wines showcasing their entire range, from Columbia Valley to the celebrated Red Mountain Col Solare. Chef Jefferson Alvarez has paired these award-winning wines with 5 unique courses showcasing seasonal, fresh and local ingredients.

Call 604.925.7595 to purchase tickets | $135 (tax and gratuity not included)

On a more bubbly note…

With the holiday season fast approaching, Marquis Wine Cellars is teaming up with Chambar (www.chambar.com) to bring you two unique Champagne dinners. Guests will enjoy a selection of eight different Champagnes (Rosé, Non-Vintage Brut, Blanc de Blancs, Blanc de Noirs and Vintage) that have been paired with a specially crafted menu from Chef, Nico Schuermans.

Our guests of honour will be Françoise and Paul Couvreur who run the export company, Champagne et Villages, which represents many of the small grower Champagnes in the Marquis portfolio, such as José Dhondt and Bruno Gobillard. Paul is a 5th generation Champenois with extensive experience and knowledge of the Champagne region, having worked for 23 years for two of the major Champagne Houses. He will be on hand to talk about each producer and their Champagnes.

Tickets for these events are $150.00 (all inclusive) and are available exclusively through Marquis Wine Cellars. They can be purchased by calling 604-684-0445. Please specify which night you would like to attend when booking your tickets as a separate ticket is required for each event.

Date: Tuesday, October 25th, 2011 and Wednesday, October 26th, 2011

Time: 7:00-10pm

Location: Chambar Restaurant, 562 Beatty Street

Cost: $150.00 (all inclusive)

Marquis Wine Cellars presents…

This is certain to be an inspired night of incredible food & wine at Vancouver’s highly acclaimed Hawksworth Restaurant (recently named ‘Canada’s best new restaurant). Working closely with the chef, we’ve craeted the perfect menu to compliment the superb food with a selection of some our finest South African wines.
Wednesday, November 16th, 2011 from 7 – 9:30 pm
$135.00 each (all inclusive)
Hawksworth Restaurant
801 West Georgia Street, Vancouver BC
Located at the Rosewood Hotel Georgia, corner of Howe & Georgia
*Tickets are now on sale, and can be purchased by calling the store at 604-684-0445

Wednesday, October 12

RECEPTION 7:00
DINNER 7:30

primo
CALAMARI ALL’AGRODOLCE
2010 ROERO ARNIES

secondo
MELANZANE ALL FORNO
2009 BRICCOTONDO BARBERA

terzo
STROZZAPRETI ALLA BOLOGNESE
2006 BARBARESCO SILVER

quarto
BRACIOLETTE DI AGNELLO
2005 BAROLO SERRALUNGA

dolce
LA CREAZIONE
2010 MOSCATO D’ASTI

99.88 PER PERSON EXCLUDING TAXES AND GRATUITIES