A Culinary Journey
Where heritage recipes meet modern innovation
Look, we're not gonna throw fancy words at you about "farm-to-table" or "locally-sourced" – though yeah, we do all that. What really matters is this: we cook food that tells a story. Every dish has roots in Vancouver's rich culinary heritage, but we're not stuck in the past.
Our kitchen team's spent years perfecting recipes that honor traditional techniques while adding their own creative twist. Sometimes that means aging beef for 45 days. Other times it's about finding the perfect wild mushrooms from the BC forests. And honestly? We've scrapped dishes that didn't work, no matter how good they looked on paper.
The wine cellar downstairs? That's been our obsession for over two decades. We've got bottles you won't find anywhere else in the city, and our sommeliers actually enjoy explaining why a specific pairing works – without making you feel like you need a degree to understand it.
Reserve Your TableThe folks who actually make it happen in the kitchen – no pretense, just serious talent and years of experience
Executive Chef
Trained in Lyon, worked in Michelin kitchens across Europe, but came back to Vancouver because – let's be honest – this is where the real ingredients are. Been running our kitchen for 8 years and still gets excited about a perfect sear.
Head Pastry Chef
Sofia's desserts have made grown adults cry (in a good way). She's half-Japanese, half-Italian, and somehow combines both traditions into pastries that shouldn't work but absolutely do. Her chocolate soufflé is legendary around here.
Head Sommelier
Don't let the formal title fool you – Thomas is probably the most down-to-earth wine expert you'll meet. He's spent 15 years curating our cellar and can pair wine with literally anything. Yes, even that weird dish you're thinking of.
Our menu changes with the seasons 'cause we're picky about freshness. Here's what we're excited about right now
Hand-picked from Qualicum Bay, seared until they've got that perfect crust. We serve 'em with roasted butternut squash puree, crispy pancetta, and a brown butter sauce that's basically liquid gold. The scallops are sweet, the pancetta adds crunch, and somehow it all just works.
Wine Pairing: Our sommelier Thomas suggests a crisp Okanagan Chardonnay – the minerality cuts through the richness without overpowering the delicate scallop flavor.
$38
We age this beef for 45 days because patience pays off. Comes with truffle-whipped potatoes (yeah, real truffles), seasonal vegetables, and a red wine reduction that took our team three years to perfect. The beef's so tender you barely need a knife.
Wine Pairing: Go bold with a full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon from the Similkameen Valley. The tannins complement the dry-aged beef's intensity, and the dark fruit notes bring out the truffle earthiness.
$72
Sofia's masterpiece – takes 18 minutes from order to table because it's made fresh, no shortcuts. Using 70% Valrhona chocolate with a molten center that flows like lava. Served with vanilla bean ice cream and candied orange peel. Fair warning: you'll want to order a second one.
Wine Pairing: A late harvest Riesling from the Okanagan pairs beautifully – the sweetness balances the dark chocolate's bitterness, and the acidity keeps it from being too heavy after a full meal.
$22
Two floors below the restaurant sits our pride and joy – over 3,000 bottles from around the world. We've got everything from affordable gems to bottles that cost more than most people's car payments.
The collection leans heavily on BC wines (supporting local isn't just a slogan for us), but we've also got incredible selections from France, Italy, Spain, and some unexpected finds from places like Oregon and New Zealand.
Thomas and his team offer wine cellar tours on weekends – you'll get to see bottles from the 1960s and hear stories about how we tracked down some of these rare finds. Plus, you might get to taste something special if you're lucky.
Pick your spot, choose your time – we'll handle the rest
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Dinner Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Dress Code: Smart casual (we're classy but not stuffy)
Cancellations: Please give us 24 hours notice
Questions? Call us at (604) 555-0147
Planning something special? We've got a private dining room that seats up to 16 guests, perfect for anniversaries, business dinners, or that birthday where you actually want good food. Chef Marcel can work with you to create a custom menu, and Thomas will put together a wine pairing that'll impress even your pickiest friends.