The GOODS from The Refinery

Vancouver, BC | After seven long months of incredible food, cocktails and performances, the Cocktail Kitchen Series finally wraps up with an ultra-Russian themed party to celebrate. At the finale party, two Cocktail Kitchen guests will be randomly selected by raffle for a trip for two to Napa Valley (you must be in house to receive the prize). The winning bartender will also be announced, based on who has the highest score from the January finals, winning a trip to Napa Valley. See who the finalists are after the jump…

Finalists are:

Justin Tisdall (Chambar)
Jay Jones (Market at the Shangrai-La by Jean-Georges)
Graham Racich (Fraiche Restaurant)
David Bain (West Restaurant)

Where: The Refinery & SIP Lounge – guests will be able to walk throughout both businesses – entire building will be The Russian Standard House

When: February 07 2011, 7:00pm

What: complimentary Russian canapes by Chef Ben de Champlain, Cocktail Kitchen’s best Russian Standard Vodka cocktails produced by the four finalists

Who: all participating bartenders, and the rest of Vancouver’s restaurant industry

How: [email protected] by February 6, 2011.

Hosted by The Refinery’s Lauren Mote and Ray Staniscia, Russian Standard Vodka and Beam Global Inc.

About The Refinery

Granville’s newest hotspot, designed by Marilou and May of Vancouver based M-Studio is Vancouver’s best way to experience a new world eatery with an old world feel. The room designed with the environment in mind has used sustainable materials, led lighting and energy efficient equipment. Committing to a sustainable work environment, a dedicated bicycle storage area and public transit subsidy are examples of how they are trying to minimize their carbon footprint.

The Refinery is a food primary restaurant, with a strong focus on dynamic BC and worldly wines, eclectic beers and unique cocktails. With a 75-seat capacity, the Refinery will house Granville Streets only fresh, market-style-eatery. We take pride in introducing elements of charcuterie, cheese culture, cured and fresh seafood, fresh breads, antipasti and all things market fresh to the Granville scene. With the recent addition of General Manager and award-winning mixologist Lauren Mote, the Refinery remains a step ahead of the competition through exemplary service and great value. To commit to the establishment of a sustainable environment The Refinery will maintain a majority of local high quality products wherever possible.

We expect our guests to share. Share food, drink and celebrations but more importantly ideas, stories and laughs. A traditional, yet unique, menu and atmosphere will create a sense of ‘belonging’ for locals and tourists alike. At The Refinery we are providing an environment that allows our guests to feel carefree and full of life. Giving people the sense gathering in a small village in Europe, while being in their own backyard.

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