Elixir Date Night Tuesdays | Starting April 13, 2010

GLV – AMAZING DEAL! 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…

Edgewater Casino Chinese Restaurant Awards

2010 has been a golden year so far. First it was the euphoria of the Olympic Games and now it is the turn of the 2010 Edgewater Casino Chinese Restaurant Awards (CRA) to award Gold and Silver for the Best Signature Dishes at an awards ceremony held today at the Edgewater Casino’s Stadium Club. “Interest…

Cinema Public House Opens on Granville

Donnelly Hospitality Management, the company behind Vancouver’s leading nightclubs and pubs, once again brings its signature style to Granville Street with the opening of Cinema Public House. Occupying one of the busiest corners in the historic Theatre Row section of the Granville strip’s vibrant entertainment district, Cinema Public House is the newest addition to the…

Don Letendre to Depart Elixir Bistro and OPUS Hotel Vancouver

It is with regret that OPUS Hotel Vancouver’s General Manager, Nicholas Gandossi, announces the departure of Don Letendre, Executive Chef of OPUS Hotel Vancouver, Elixir Bistro and OPUS Bar. A member of the opening team, Letendre has been with the company for eight years and has made many valuable contributions to its success. “From the…

MAD HATTER’S TEA AT THE FAIRMONT HOTEL VANCOUVER

Clink, Clink to Alice in Wonderland Inspired Tea No need to tumble down a rabbit hole for an afternoon tea with a bit of whimsy and imagination. Inspired by Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland release, The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver unveils its very own afternoon tea party. Mad Hatter’s Tea Tweedledee’s Raisin Scones White & Red…

Two Chefs & a Table Launches New Brunch Menu

Brunch is a vital weekly ritual for many. Whether taken solo with a newspaper and bottomless coffee or with friends and caesars, it’s the one meal that sets the tone for a weekend. Unlike weekday meals that get daily do-overs when they don’t work, Brunch is a once-a-week effort and avid brunchers tend to be…

Provence Poisson d’Avril

From April 1st through 30th, join Provence Marinaside in Yaletown for some finny fun and fine food at its second annual Poisson d’Avril. In France, ‘Poisson d’Avril’ (April’s Fish) is a one day affair corresponding to our April Fool’s Day. The good folks at Provence Marinaside believe you can never have too much of a…

Breaking Ground at Tinhorn

Breaking Ground with TLC Oliver, BC… The time has come; Tinhorn Creek Vineyards has broken ground to begin construction on their newest venture, a restaurant venue that overlooks the South Okanagan. In conjunction with Manuel Ferreira of Le Gavroche Restaurant in Vancouver, winery partners Kenn Oldfield and Bob Shaunessy eagerly look forward to April 2011…

The Fairmont Waterfront Promotes Sustainable Seafood

Catch the April Seafood Promotion at Herons Restaurant For the entire month of April, diners to Fairmont Hotels & Resorts can dive into a green cuisine menu and make a difference on behalf of the National Geographic Society (NGS). As a longtime and committed advocate of ocean sustainability, Herons Restaurant at The Fairmont Waterfront, will…

THE IRISH HEATHER’S LONG TABLE SERIES

April 4th to April 22nd 2010 The Irish Heather’s Long Table suppers are priced at $15 or $17 (plus tax and tip) and that includes a meal and a beverage.  Only three of the suppers are $17 and that is a reflection of the cost involved with a different cut of meat. For those who…

Celebrate the last of the Cherry Blossoms at Miku Restaurant

Sakura Hanami Feature Although Vancouver’s captivating blooms of Japanese Cherry Blossoms arrived early this year, there is still time to celebrate with Miku Restaurant’s special Sakura Hanami feature dish. Translating simply as “flower-viewing”, Miku’s feature item acknowledges the Japanese custom of celebrating the beauty of flowers; a popular activity since the 7th century when aristocrats…

Judas Goat in Blood Alley

Judas Goat, a tiny 28-seat Spanish-inspired tapas bar, located next door to Salt Tasting Room in Blood Alley, Gastown, has opened for business!  Executive Chef Lee Humphries’ small dishes include: a bruschetta of chorizo, caramelized onion & dark chocolate, braised pork belly on onion puree with pine nuts & orange gremolata and a terrine of…

Refuel News

It is hard to believe but refuel has now been open for 3 months. The incredible success of the new concept has been overwhelming. We appreciate the tremendous support of our loyal fuel guests and new refuel guests who have welcomed the transformation with open arms. For those of you who have not made it…

Come see what’s new at Medley’s Restaurant and the Lobby Bar

Medley’s Restaurant: Market Fresh Lunch Buffet – $10.95 Join us Monday through Friday from 11:30am – 2:00pm. Our Market Fresh Lunch Buffet features a fresh salad bar and 3 hot dishes. Kid’s Eat Free Bring the whole family down for dinner! Kids 12 and under eat free from the kids menu. (2 children per adult…

Newest Yaletown Pizza Spot

There’s a new kid on the block in Yaletown and his name is Charlie. He’s fun, sexy, sophisticated; and he loves great music, great cocktails and great pizza! Located at 1265 Hamilton St., Charlie’s Restaurant & Bar gives Yaletown a new hotspot to enjoy gourmet artisan pizza, accompanied by fine wines and creative cocktails –…

Relish renovated, rebuilt, rebranded and relaunched

Amidst the chaos and construction in Nelson Square, Relish Restaurant has been transformed into Relish GastroPub & Bar – a classy, yet relaxed and unpretentious neighbourhood gastropub serving modern pub fare and Canadian comfort food. While the Relish name remains (a nostalgic nod to the restaurant’s loyal clientele) the rest is entirely new. The once…

Warren Geraghty to Depart West

A message from Top Table proprietor, Jack Evrensel: “It is with no small regret that I announce that Warren Geraghty, executive chef of West Restaurant, will be departing at a yet-to-be determined date. Warren has made many valuable contributions in leading our culinary team since arriving from his native London, England in 2008. His conversant…

Shangri-La Hotel News

Ed Brea, general manager, Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver and Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten announce the promotion of Wayne Harris to the role of executive chef, Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver and the appointment of David Tremblay as sommelier of MARKET by Jean-Georges, the hotel’s signature restaurant. Wayne Harris was part of the hotel’s opening team and key to the…

Easter Brunch at The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Hop on over to The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver for some egg-stra special Easter celebrations. Gather family and friends on Sunday, April 4th for a sumptuous Easter Brunch with all the trimmings from Executive Chef Robert LeCrom’s kitchen, including a festive Easter Egg hunt at the castle in the heart of the city. Easter Brunch Selections…

Kurtis Kolt Hits The Road

News from Kurtis Kolt It is with a heavy heart that I, Kurtis Kolt, announce that I’ve given notice of my resignation at Salt Tasting Room effective Friday, April 23rd, 2010. I have spent almost four years at Salt, more than any other place in my career, and consider myself privileged to have been at the helm of an…