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On September 24th<\/sup>, eight of the city\u2019s top fine-dining chefs pulled out all the stops to compete in Toronto\u2019s Gold Medal Plates 2012 competition, a prestigious annual qualifier for the much-anticipated Canadian Culinary Championships. Amongst the talented group was Marc St. Jacques, Executive Chef of Canada\u2019s pioneering fine-dining establishment, Auberge du Pommier, who took home Gold for his expertly-crafted foie gras terrine dish.<\/p>\n

Toronto is the first of ten cities across Canada to have its chefs compete for a spot at the celebrated Canadian Culinary Championships in Kelowna, B.C. this February.<\/p>\n

The meticulous judging process took place at each competing chef\u2019s restaurant, featuring small private tastings with James Chatto and his traveling team of judges \u2013 Sasha Chapman (editor, The Walrus), Christine Cushing (celebrity chef) and Anita Stewart (culinary activist). Chef Marc\u2019s outstanding Gold Medal win was officially announced yesterday morning via Gold Medal Plates\u2019 Twitter account: http:\/\/bit.ly\/Oo4he7<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The Dish<\/strong><\/p>\n

Chef Marc was inspired to create a dish representative of Toronto\u2019s people and culture more than ingredients alone. With a strong passion for food and flavour combinations, St. Jacques presented a knock-out dish representative of his passion for regional Canadian cuisine:\u00a0Qu\u00e9bec foie gras terrine with dashi gel\u00e9e, matsutake pur\u00e9e, sliced matsutake, pine nut streusel, nori powder and toasted brioche fried in nori butter.<\/p>\n

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The Pairing<\/strong><\/p>\n

Peller Estates Ice Cuv\u00e9e Ros\u00e9 (VQA Niagara Peninsula, non-vintage) proved the perfect match, as selected by Canoe Sommelier, Will Predhomme. A very umami-based dish with no fruit or acidity, Predhomme instinctively turned to a pairing with a hint of sweetness. \u201cI wanted to lift the tastes but not overwhelm the rich, savoury characteristics. The acidity in the wine brings out the foie gras, dashi gel\u00e9e and matsutake, but then fades and lets the flavours continue to travel,\u201d says Predhomme, who recently placed second in Inniskillin\u2019s Best Canadian Sommelier competition.<\/p>\n

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Chef Marc joined the Auberge du Pommier team in 2011 following four years as Executive Chef of Michael Mina at the Bellagio Las Vegas, where he earned top distinctions such as the New York Post\u2019s Top 10 Restaurants in Las Vegas, Forbes Travel Guide\u2019s Four Star Award and the Michelin One Star Award. He was born in Belgium but grew up in Montr\u00e9al and Toronto, then receiving formal chef training at the Culinary Institute of America.<\/p>\n

Chef Marc\u2019s Gold Medal dish will soon be featured on Auberge du Pommier\u2019s \u00e0 la carte menu for those who wish to experience it firsthand. Look for Chef Marc as well in the fall VISA Infinite Dining Series.<\/p>\n

About Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants<\/strong><\/p>\n

Oliver & Bonacini is recognized as one of Canada\u2019s leading fine dining restaurant companies, operating 12 unique and innovative restaurants in Ontario. Operations include \u00e0 la carte dining, quick service, catering, group dining and special events. Unique concept restaurants include Canoe, Jump, Auberge du Pommier, Biff\u2019s Bistro, Luma, O&B Canteen and Bannock. The company also operates a midrange casual dining concept, Oliver & Bonacini Caf\u00e9 Grill, with locations in Toronto, Blue Mountain, Oakville and Waterloo. The company\u2019s private dining and events division, Oliver & Bonacini Events, manages a number of large scale event facilities, including the Toronto Board of Trade, Malaparte at TIFF Bell Lightbox, Windermere House on Lake Rosseau in Muskoka and the newly revitalized Arcadian. Oliver & Bonacini credits its success to the development of a strong corporate culture, where excellence of food quality and service are valued above all else. For more information, please visit www.oliverbonacini.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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