Join us August 26 through September 22 as Bistro Pastis concludes its culinary ramble through France in the Auvergne and Gascony. The Massif Central, the rugged terrain of central France, informs the flavours of this region. Here are fast flowing streams fed by the Alps and sparse hills where sheep graze. Flavours here are big,…
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Bistro Pastis – SUMMER IN PROVENCE – $35 MENU
Join us August 5 through 25 as Cuisine d’Été travels to Provence – the land where summer never ends and the sunsets are as rosy as its wine. This area is the home to Bistro Pastis’ namesake aperitif – Pastis, the anise-flavoured beverage favoured in countries around the Mediterranean. Summer in Provence features ‘les fruits…
Bastille Day at Bistro Pastis
FÊTE DE LA BASTILLE – A TRADITION AT BISTRO PASTIS Ever since the end of the 18th century the French have been celebrating the storming of the Bastille and ‘le quatorze juillet’ as a national holiday – a time of parades, speeches, community dinners and dances (Bal Musette). Vancouver’s very own authentic corner of France,…
Pastis Celebrates Summer
In France, summer is a time for languid dinners with friends – enjoying tasty food, flowing wine and easy conversation. Even with the drop in the Euro, not everyone can afford the expense and time for a trip to France. That doesn’t mean you won’t be able to enjoy summer à la Francaise. Au contraire,…
Bistro Pastis open regular hours during the Olympics
Menu below – Nice – Bouillabaisse HOURS:Closed on Mondays Lunch: Tuesday – Friday: 11:30am – 2:00pm Dinner:Tuesday – Sunday: 5:30pm – 10:30pm Brunch: Saturday and Sunday: 11:00am – 2:00pm LOCATION: 2153 West 4th Avenue (just west of Arbutus) in Kitsilano TELEPHONE: 604-731-5020 WEB SITE: www.bistropastis.com RESERVATIONS: both by phone and on-line It’s the closest you…
Pastis February Menu
RECESSION REMEMDY MENU-THE PERFECT ANTIDOTE FOR MID WINTER BLUES What happened to January? It just flew by, February is here and the Olympics will be upon us. Value priced at $24 for two courses or $29 for three, it’s a wonderful way to enjoy French comfort food in our cosy dining room. At Bistro Pastis, we…
Pastis – Recession Remedy Menu – $29 for three courses
THE PERFECT ANTIDOTE FOR MID WINTER BLUES At the beginning of the year most of us are recovering from the excesses of the holiday season – both gastronomic and financial. The experts claim that the economic situation is still ‘fragile’ and tax time is just around the corner. It’s raining like crazy and you don’t…
Pastis Owner John Blakeley Honoured by French Government
In a ceremony held last Monday (November 30), the Government of France, as represented by its Consul General to Vancouver, Mr. Alexandre Garcia, honoured restaurateur (and owner of Bistro Pastis) John Blakeley by naming him a Chevalier (Knight) of the Ordre du Merite Agricole. In his citation, Mr. Garcia stressed that this was a very high…
Game Menu at Pastis for November
At Bistro Pastis, owner John Blakeley has designed a Wild Game Menu priced at $55 for three courses, and it is available until November 30th. Start with a choice of paper-thin slices of Caribou Carpaccio (crispy capers, shaved Parmesan and horseradish aioli) or Consommé de Volaillie with Duck Confit Dumpling or a robust Game and…
Game Festival at Pastis
It doesn’t take a detective like the famous Mr. Holmes to know that late autumn is the peak of wild game season. From England to New England, British Columbia to Brittany, hunters (‘chasseur’ en français) respond to the ancient instinct to go out and literally ‘bring home the bacon’ (or the chop, steak or roast…
Game Festival at Bistro Pastis
It doesn’t take a detective like the famous Mr. Holmes to know that late autumn is the peak of wild game season. From England to New England, British Columbia to Brittany, hunters (‘chasseur’ en français) respond to the ancient instinct to go out and literally ‘bring home the bacon’ (or the chop, steak or roast…
What should I do on a fall Sunday? Lunch à la Française!
Join Marquis Wine Cellars on Sunday, October 25th at Pastis Bistro as we host a “Wines of Burgundy” luncheon. We will be opening a selection of wines, from our extensive Burgundy portfolio with each flight of wines being paired with a specially created menu. Among others, guests will have the opportunity to try the stunning…
Pastis Menu October 15-31
Vancouver’s own corner of France, Bistro Pastis Propietor John Blakeley knows a thing or two about classic French comfort food – he grew up with these dishes. For the month of October, Bistro Pastis is offering a very soothing La Cuisine de Chez Nous menu for only $37.50 for three-courses. Perfect for a crisp autumn…
The Art of French Cooking Mastered at Pastis
This summer’s smash hit film Julie & Julia has people rediscovering the pleasures of French food. Classics such as Boeuf Bourguignon and Sole Meunière play a prominent role in the film while the success of the movie has created a rush to buy a copy of Ms. Child’s Mastering the Art of French Cooking. In…
Ricard Cocktail Tasting at Bistro Pastis
August 20th at Bistro Pastis John Blakeley invites you to come join us on Thursday August 20th from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. and sample some delicious Ricard cocktails while enjoying an array of canapés prepared by the team at Bistro Pastis. Think about staying for dinner after the cocktail for a special Ricard Pastis…
Bistro Pastis celebrates ten year anniversary with original menu and prices
THIS MAY, DINE LIKE IT’S 1999! Bistro Pastis opened May 7th of 1999, and to celebrate ten years as one of Kitsilano’s most Parisian of bistros the restaurant is offering its opening menu, with the original 1999 prices, for the entire month of May. The restaurant industry is a tough business, and the ability to…
