Chef Angus An and Gastropod Restaurant invited to cook at James Beard House in New York City
Chef Angus An and Gastropod Restaurant has been invited to cook dinner at the prestigious James Beard House in Manhattan. Accompanied by Michael Dinn and Heidi Noble of Joie Wines, Chef An is honored to travel to New york City with his Gastropod team to showcase their talents at what is often referred to as the “Carnegie Hall” of Culinary institutions.
The dinner, entitled “Modern Canadian Gastronomy,” will take place Saturday, March 15, 2008, beginning at 7 pm. The goal of the dinner is to highlight the world-class standards of fine gastronomy in British Columbia. The evening will include 4 canapes and a 5 course dinner, each course paired with a different Joie wine (A Noble Blend 2007, Un-Oaked Chardonnay 2007, Reserve Chardonnay 2005, Rose 2007 and PTG 2005), with an Elephant Island’s Crab Apple Wine 2006 to complement dessert.
Chef An will showcase British Columbia grown products from Polderside Farm, Sloping Hill Farm, Nicola Valley Ranch, and Farm House Cheese. Gastropod will also feature local suppliers such as Far-Met Importers, Hills Foods, and Finest At Sea. The event recognizes Gastropod to be among the very top restaurants representing New Canadian cuisine.
Since opening in November of 2007, Gastropod has received nurmerous awards and accolades, including earning Gold for Best New Fine Dining Restaurant in 2007 at the 18th annual Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards.
In celebration of Chef An’s visit to cook at the James Beard House, the menu that will be featured in New York will also be featured at Gastropod upon Angus and his Gastropod team’s return home. For those who wish to join them in New York, please contact Gastropod for discounted member ticket for the James Beard House.
More Info
www.jamesbeard.org
www.gastropod.ca
Gastropod is located at:
1938 West 4th Ave
Vancouver, BC V6J 1M5
Phone: 604.730.5579
Fax: 604.730.5675
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LOVE BITES – NU Presents the Anti-Valentine’s Day Party
Vancouver, BC… Valentine’s Day: a day dedicated to making one feel unloved and alone. But not this year. On Friday, February 15th, NU Restaurant + Lounge presents ‘Love Bites’ – the anti-Valentine’s Day soirée for singles sponsored by Grand Marnier, SKYY and Absolutely Fabulous Spa. This evening we’re featuring DJ Myles Bigelow spinning the hottest house and lounge music. Doors open at 10:30pm; Tickets are $39 and can be purchased by following the link on www.whatisnu.com.
Just suffered a break up? Tired of being surrounded by lovey-dovey couples? Is 2008 your year to be single and proud of it? Love Bites is an irreverent evening of cocktailing, mixing, mingling… and perhaps even some shameless flirting. A cocktail will greet you upon arrival, tasty love bites (in the form of hors d’oeuvres) created by Executive Chef Robert Clark will welcome you in, and groovy tunes courtesy of DJ Myles Bigelow will surround you. Roses are red, violets are blue, if you think ‘love bites’, then this is the party for you.
Located at 1661 Granville Street, under the Granville street Bridge on False Creek, NU Restaurant + Lounge is one of Vancouver’s most stylish spaces. Literally perched above the water, with sweeping views of False Creek, Granville Island and English Bay NU is the place to enjoy Vancouver from early afternoon to late night – and anything in between. Visit NU online at www.whatisnu.com.
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Book a Bed this Valentine’s Day at Sanafir Restaurant & Lounge…
If the Kasbahs a Rockin – Don’t Come a Knockin!This February 14, treat your sweetheart to a Moroccan retreat at sultry Sanafir Restaurant & Lounge by reserving a spot on one the sumptuous leather beds, located on the upper floor.
“Sanafir is the perfect setting for a romantic Valentine’s Day excursion,” says Mark McEwan, Executive Chef. “With the candlelight and intimate booths or beds you can sit back, relax and truly enjoy each other’s company.”
Whet your appetite with a blood orange salad or Oysters – the ultimate aphrodisiac. Next, nosh on three delicious Main Course selections featuring Lobster, Rack of Lamb and Sword Fish. Complete the evening with a sweet treat dessert, comprised of warm Figs in chili honey and chocolate dipped long stem Strawberries with an assortment of liqueur infused Cream Profiteroles.
Three course menu is $100 per couple (including cocktail).
Valentines Day Menu
First Course
Half Dozen Kusshi Oysters
indian, asian and mediterranean mignonette
or
Blood Orange and Baby Butter Leaf Salad
2 grilled scallops & prawn
Main Course
2 Baby Lobster Tails over Lemon Risotto Cake
asparagus, saffron & vanilla buerre blanc
Soy Marinated Rack of Lamb Crusted with Almonds
bok choy, asian mushrooms
Grilled Sword Fish over Southern Indian Red Coconut Curry
spinach, sugar snap peas, okra
Dessert
Warm Figs in Chili Honey and Chocolate dipped long stem Strawberries with an assortment of liqueur infused Cream Profiteroles
Valentines Day Champagne Cocktail
Two Seeds in a Pod
fresh pomegranate reduction with fresh mango & citrus, topped with champagne
Sanafir Restaurant & Lounge is Vancouver’s most imaginative tapas restaurant and bar located at 1026 Granville Street. Lush décor reminiscent of an Arabian night creates a luxe and exotic atmosphere. The menu showcases innovative twists on Asian, Mediterranean and Indian flavours. For reservations, please call 604.678.1049.
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Fall in Love with COAST Restaurant this Valentine’s Day
Vancouver, BC: Slip into COAST Restaurant on February 14 and snuggle up to the one you love as you sample delectable dishes from a special Valentine’s Day menu.
“You want to show your loved one just how much they mean to you on Valentine’s Day,” says Executive Chef Josh Wolfe. “Having a great meal in a warm atmosphere can really set the mood.”
For starters, choose between seared fresh seafood or a crisp Caesar salad. COAST has prepared three different entrée selections, featuring Lobster, Cornish Hen or Tuna, as well as two ‘Lover’s Platter’s’ – with Chilled Seafood or Roasted Whole Veal Rack and Cuban Lobster Tails. Finish the meal with Valrhona chocolate fondue and strawberries – truly a match made in heaven!
Valentine’s Day Menu
Starters
Seared Tiger Prawns ‘In Love’
white asparagus & pomegranate salad, blood orange vinaigrette
$16
Seared Scallop
alfonso mango & truffle in puff pastry
$14
Caesar Salad
anchovy straw, fried capers and shaved parmesan
$10
Entrées
Butter Poached Half Lobster with a Fondue of Leeks and Garlic,
dungeness crab & vanilla scented roasted beet bisque
$33
Grill Pressed Cornish Hen with Double Smoked Bacon
spatzle, mushrooms & pearl onions in an Okanagan Riesling sauce
$26
Grilled Rare Ahi Tuna
lobster mashed potatoes, asparagus, carrots and a vanilla buerre blanc
$30
Lover’s Platters for two
Chilled Seafood Platter
king crab, snow crab, shrimp cocktail, tuna sashimi,
citrus marinated honey mussels
$50
Roasted Whole Veal Rack and Cuban Lobster Tails
whipped potatoes and winter vegetables, pinot noir reduction, drawn butter
$75
Dessert
Valrhona Chocolate Fondue & Strawberries for Two
$15
COAST Restaurant is located at 1257 Hamilton Street in Yaletown. For a special evening, book your seat – and up to fourteen seats – at the Chef’s Community Table. Or enjoy the heated outdoor patio for a Vancouver al fresco experience, year-round. Please call 604.685.5010 for reservations.
Hours
COAST is open for
dinner daily beginning
at 4:30 pm.
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Italian Kitchen
The Heart of Sharing…
Italian Kitchen has the ingredients for love this Valentine’s Day. Bring your sweetheart in for a memorable meal featuring the multi-regional Italian menu – - including delicious meat, fish or pasta platters, perfect for sharing!
In addition, the chefs have created a special ‘Valentine’s Platter’ replete with succulent lobster, dry aged stripolin, spinach and ricotta conchiglioni and prawn and scallop skewers.
“Valentine’s Day is all about sharing, be it a moment or a meal,” says Executive Chef Ryan Gauthier. “Let us take some of the stress away so that all you have to focus on is your date!”
PLATTERS
Valentine’s Platter
1/2 lobster, dry aged striploin, spinach and ricotta conchiglioni, prawn and scallop skewer
$33 per person – minimum of 2
Meat Platter
chicken saltimbocca, bistecca fiorentina, veal piccata, mushroom risotto roasted vegetables
$30 per person – minimum of 2
Fish Platter
grilled marinated jumbo prawns, baja scallops, fennel pollen crusted ahi tuna, seared wild salmon saffron risotto
$27 per person – minimum of 2
Pasta Platter
spaghetti and meatballs with tomato fondue, penne pomodoro, manicotti filled with spinach and ricotta, pappardelle with lamb sausage, cabbage and potatoes
$18 per person – minimum of 2
Italian Kitchen is located in the heart of downtown Vancouver at 1037 Alberni Street. Reserve your seat on the ground floor or take a seat upstairs alongside the floor-to-ceiling windows. For reservations, please call 604.687.2858
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Make February 14 a glowbal Affair
This Valentine’s Day, treat your special someone to an evening at glowbal grill & satay bar. Reserve a seat in one of Yaletown’s hippest restaurants and enjoy delicious dishes from the ‘Sweet Heart Menu.’
“glowbal’s the perfect place to spend a romantic occasion like Valentine’s Day,” says Executive Chef John Crook. “After dinner, couples can cozy up in AFTERglow and continue the celebration.”
Get in the mood with sultry starters like pan-seared Quebec Foie Gras or Lobster Brandy Cappucino. There are four different entree selections to choose from featuring Veal, Lamb, a ‘Surf & Turf’ or a Valentine’s Platter for Two. For dessert, allow yourself to be tempted by the ‘Lover’s Pastry Platter for Two’ – - a sinful blend of chocolate dipped Strawberries, Grand Marnier soaked Tiramisu, Valrhona Fondue and Chocolate Biscotti.
Appetizers
Pan-Seared Quebec Foie Gras $18
savory pumpkin pie
Lobster Brandy ‘Cappuccino’ $12
chive creme fraiche crostini
Beet & Goat Cheese Risotto $14
aged balsamico
Ahi Tuna Tartare $13
trio of sauces
Mains
Veal Tenderloin ‘Saltimbocca’ $34
woodland mushroom & sage gnocchi, sherry shallot veal jus
Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb $38
creamed truffle spinach, fondant potatoes, wild honey & rosemary jus
Surf ‘n Turf $34
fire-grilled bison tenderloin, lobster & scallop ravioli, cabernet veal jus
Valentine’s Platter for Two $85
rosemary crusted lamb chops, wild salmon tournedos
tiger prawns & jumbo scallop skewer
Dessert
Lover’s Pastry Platter for Two $12
Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Grand Marnier Soaked Tiramisu
Valrhona Manjari Fondue, Pistachio Biscotti
Located at 1079 Mainland Street in Yaletown, Vancouver’s hot mecca for food and fashion, glowbal grill & satay bar’s 100-seat room boasts sleek decor and an electric atmosphere. A 40-foot long bar, illuminated cubes and open kitchen and satay bar invite guests into a buzz of energy. Call 604.602.0835 for reservations.
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