ruptured water tank and two-week closure can’t dampen Chef MacKay’s enthusiasm. An untimely flood of water from a ruptured hot water tank submerged ensemble restaurant floors and stores for several hours early yesterday morning, but it hasn’t dampened Chef Dale MacKay’s enthusiasm. “The timing could have been better,” says Chef MacKay. “We’ve been open just…
Category: Dine Out
FRANKIES ITALIAN KITCHEN & BAR MOVES IN TO ‘CROSSTOWN’
New Family-Friendly Neighbourhood Eatery Offers Simple, Honest Value Frankie’s Italian Kitchen & Bar has quietly opened its doors this past month having taken over the space formerly occupied by The William Tell and Beatty Street Bar & Grille. More than just the perfect location for grabbing a bite before the big game and celebrating a…
Okanagan Chef named Canadian Chef of the Year
The Canadian Culinary Federation (CCFCC) awarded Chef Willi Franz of Grapevine Restaurant at Gray Monk Winery ‘Chef of the Year’ at the National Conference held in Vancouver last week. This marks the first time in the 46-year history of the award, that an Okanagan chef has been honored. The award is given every year to…
MAENAM WRAPS UP SPOT PRAWN SEASON WITH CELEBRATORY COCKTAIL DINNER
On Monday, June 20th Maenam’s Angus An will be indulging spot prawn fanatics with a spot prawn season wrap up dinner served with cocktail pairings by local barman Ben DeChamplain. For one night only, the revered Thai hotspot will feature a custom menu of five spot prawn dishes in two courses, served family style, alongside…
Tapenade Newsletter
Richmond Review Awards Thank you to all of you who voted for us in the recent Richmond Review awards. We are proud and humbled to have placed in a number of categories. We are most proud of winning best restaurant and best chef for 2011. Summer Menu After a rainy Spring it’s time to get…
Glowbal Group Announces ‘Black & Blue’ Opening for Fall 2011
Emad Yacoub and Shannon Bosa Yacoub, owners of the GLOWBAL COLLECTION of restaurants, announce a new steak-centric restaurant opening on Alberni Street in downtown Vancouver, Fall 2011. Given its focus on the best in steaks, the new restaurant is aptly titled ‘Black & Blue.’ The large, dramatic venue will become Glowbal Group’s most expansive restaurant…
V LAUNCHES NEW BESPOKE MIXOLOGY MENU
Concept from Earls Kitchen + Bar enables guests to design their own cocktail Earls Kitchen + Bar launched a brand-new bespoke mixology menu at V, the brand’s upscale lounge concept adjacent to Earls Yaletown, enabling guests to design their own signature cocktail. Guests can select from a list of 30-plus premium spirits, five classic cocktail…
Cooks to Thrill at EAT! Vancouver
Prairie proud and primed, acclaimed CHARCUT Roast House co-chefs and owners John Jackson and Connie DeSousa prepare to dazzle culinary crowds on the Food Network Celebrity Stage, June 10 + 11 John Jackson and Connie DeSousa, co-chefs and owners of Calgary’s popular CHARCUT Roast House are gearing up for live cooking demonstrations on the Food…
Chef Bernard Casavant (Culinary Arts Program 1976) is the recipient of Vancouver Island University’s Distinguished Alumni Award
Wine Country chef Bernard Casavant honoured with VIU’s Distinguished Alumni Award Bernard Casavant was surprised in 1976 when he was singled out as the most promising graduate in the Culinary Arts Program at Vancouver Island University (then Malaspina College). He recalls that not many people had given him much of a chance in succeeding as…
Experience A True Taste of Sardinia at Cibo Trattoria’s
Next Italian Regional Dinner Close your eyes. Picture the sea. And imagine fresh seafood, and grass fed livestock roaming the island hillside. At the end of the day, you sit down to a relaxing meal with good friends, a glass of fabulous wine and embark on a culinary experience of the local cuisine of Sardinia. …
Top Patios in Richmond
The calendar page has turned to June, and summertime weather is soon to follow. It’s time to shake off the dreary winter blues and soak up some much-needed sun. And enjoying those glorious golden rays is all the better with a cocktail in hand, a scenic view and a delicious meal. With that thought in…
YEW News for June
Pastry Chef Bruno Feldeisen introduces the Anti-Griddle Machine, offering a new twist on a sweet touch. The Anti-Griddle Machine – winner of the Food Network’s award for Tasty Technology has arrived and Pastry Chef Bruno is ready to dig into this new machinery. A traditional cook-top with a twist; the Anti-Griddle freezes sauces and purées…
Summer Garden Party Tradition Continues at Hart House
Hart House at Deer Lake is pleased to announce the dates for our 2011 summer garden party series. Each evening starts with a casual wine tasting from the featured region, followed by an al fresco dinner on our estate lawn overlooking tranquil Deer Lake. Guests may purchase wine from a specially-selected wine list to pair…
News from MARKET
PUCKS ON THE PATIO MARKET by Jean-Georges is preparing the patio for the Stanley Cup Finals. Two big screens have been installed – the sound has been turned up – and the “Neighbourhood Menu” is now being served from 4 pm until the cup is lifted – Enjoy summer living at its finest. MARKET VANCOUVER…
Cedarcreek Winery RESTAURANT OPENS JUNE 10TH, 2011
CedarCreek Estate Winery is pleased to announce that Chef Stefan Pimenta will be leading the culinary team this season at CedarCreek. Chef Pimenta brings to the winery a wealth of experience and passion having “chefed” at some of the finest restaurants in Vancouver, Whistler as well as in the Cayman Islands. The Vineyard Terrace is…
Refuel does Canucks
Fans of Refuel and the Vancouver Canucks are encouraged to sit back in the comfort of their home and cheer, “Go Canucks Go!” while enjoying their favorite Refuel dishes. Refuel Restaurant & Bar has always offered a wide range of take out options and in honour of the Vancouver Canucks making it to the Stanley…
Terrafina Restaurant opens at Hester Creek Estate Winery
Winery Excited to Add the Restaurant Team The South Okanagan’s newest culinary showpiece is about to open its doors, just in time for spring! Hester Creek Estate Winery is thrilled to welcome the owners of Terrafina Restaurant Ltd, executive chef Jeremy Luypen and operating manager April Goldade. Terrafina at Hester Creek will contribute to the…
Let them eat cake (on a stick) with Tracycakes’ Cake Pops
Tracycakes is taking the enjoyment of eating cake to a whole new level with the launch of a playful new selection of Cake Pops. These colourful little treats are part cake, part popsicle and are made from hand rolled cake covered in icing and dipped in premium chocolate and then put on a lollipop stick. The portable pastries allow people to eat cake…
GEOFF CARKNER APPOINTED EXECUTIVE CHEF AT FAIRMONT VANCOUVER AIRPORT
Chef Carkner to Lead Culinary Team at Globe@YVR and Jetside Bar The Fairmont Vancouver Airport is pleased to announce Geoff Carkner has joined the hotel as Executive Chef and will lead the culinary team for the award-winning Globe@YVR restaurant and Jetside Bar. This is a particularly exciting time for Carkner to join the team, as…
Tofino’s Shelter at Feast BC
Tofino’s Feast BC includes dinner specials at various restaurants throughout the region and I was lucky enough to be there when Zambri’s Chef, Peter Zambri, was cooking at Shelter. Along with the regular menu, Zambri cooked up a special Italian version, which brought in the crowds, as the one thing Tofino doesn’t have is an…
