Vaneats.ca Offers Up Meal Deal For Mosaic

Have you been into the Hyatt Regency Hotel Vancouver of late? There are actually two great spots to dine, the more casual GRAIN in the hotel lobby and Mosaic Restaurant, merely an escalator ride away. Mosaic flies under the radar, but I’ve had some amazing meals there over the  years, prepared by a number of different…

Mosaic Bar and Grille Spot Prawn Tasting Menu

Mosaic has happily jumped on the spot prawn trend and Executive Chef Thomas Heinrich has done a spectacular job of showcasing these local Ocean Wise beauties.  The tasting menu is $45 without wine pairings and $65 with more than generous portions.     Chef Heinrich spoiled us with a few extras the first being an gorgeous Spring…

Hyatt Gingerbread 2010 – Winners Announced

The lobby of the Hyatt Regency Vancouver is home to the annual gingerbread contest (exhibit runs until December 26), an event where culinary schools, high schools and corporations compete to craft the best gingerbread house.  Points are given for originality, level of difficulty, overall appearance, and attention to detail.  I have judged for the past two years…

Gingerbread Lane at the Hyatt

I’m judging this year’s Gingerbread Lane again for the second year tomorrow.  (Nov. 24 – Dec. 27) Pictures from last year’s amazing exhibit below. Everyone from professional pastry chefs to school kids have entered to win and the competition is on.  Marvel at their amazing creations and don’t forget to vote for your favourite by making a…

Toast To The Coast 2009

Toast to the Coast is an event that brings sustainable seafood choices to the Vancouver Aquarium.  A  brief look around and the need to keep all of our interesting species alive is obvious. Spectacular wines were poured and attendees can view the exhibition and remind themselves of just why we need to keep our food…