The GOODS from Tableau Bar Bistro

Vancouver, BC | To honour their commitment to change, Vancouver’s Loden Hotel and Tableau Bar Bistro will join the global community in support of the largest environmental event in history, Earth Hour 2012. Tonight from 8:30pm until 9:30pm, the entire property – from the front desk and lobby to the restaurant bar – will shut off all non-essential lights and replace them with candlelight. Now in its fifth year, Earth Hour unites hundreds of millions of people around the world in an effort to protect the planet. In 2011, more than 5,200 cities and towns in 135 countries worldwide switched off their lights for Earth Hour, sending a powerful message for action on climate change.

Inspired by the world-wide movement for a better planet, the Loden and Tableau are taking action. For Earth Hour, candles and the glow of the fireplace will light the lobby. Upon arrival, all guests will be informed of the hotel’s participation and will be asked for their voluntary participation in Earth Hour 2012. A Glowstick Turndown Service will be offered and guests will be encouraged to switch off all lights and electronics in their rooms from 8:30pm to 9:30pm. Also, the Loden will switch off one of their two elevators and will encourage guests and staff to take the stairs. At Tableau, guests will enjoy a candlelight dinner service accompanied by the talents of live musician, Josh Minsky – showing that being green can be romantic. For this special occasion, Earth Hour features and cocktails will be served.

These small steps for sustainability are part of the Loden’s and Tableau’s ongoing commitment to cut their energy consumption by permanently switching to LED light bulbs. Furthermore, the Loden has implemented environmental initiatives that include a filtered water purification system to cut down on the use of water bottles, an in-suite recycling program, complimentary Cruiser bikes available for guests upon request, complimentary Loden reusable shopping bags, hotel-wide use of environmentally friendly cleaning products, and electric car plug-ins in the hotel parkade.

Details

1181 Melville Str Vancouver BC Canada V6E 0A3
Telephone: 604-639-8692
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The People

Executive Chef: Marc-Andre Choquette
Executive Sous: Chef Tret
Restaurant Manager: Steven Wright

About Tableau Bar Bistro

FRESH LOCAL MEETS BISTRO COOL.

A neighbourhood bar bistro – serving an updated take on traditional French bistro fare prepared by Executive Chef Marc-Andreì Choquette and his talented team. Discover a beautifully renovated interior that combines old world classic bistro elements with modern touches and a French-inspired menu that blends classic culinary flavours of Paris with the use of fresh west coast ingredients. A dynamic bar scene serves seasonal in-house and classic cocktails and a great selection of local and draft beers on tap as well as an eclectic mix of approachable wines built from the regions of France. The perfect place for a business lunch, meeting friends out on the patio, everyday dining, special celebrations or brunch with the family.

Come for the scene. Stay for the service. Return for the fare.

Reviews & Accolades

“It’s French bistro done well enough to make me hungry at the thought of it.” – Mia Stainsby, Vancouver Sun Food Editor “You’ll go for the ambience and stay for the cocktails (which are excellent). But you’re bound to return, again and again, for the food.” – Alexandra Gill, The Globe and Mail

“Really great food. Great staff too. If I lived in that hood, I’d probably drop by once a week.” – Sarah Rowland, 24 Hours Vancouver

French-inspired eatery does it right – Metro Vancouver “Executive chef Marc-Andres Choquette (Lumiere) and executive sous chef Tret Jordan (Raincity Grill, Bacchus, Elixir) come with a fine dining pedigree that would be hard to match anywhere in the city.” – The Vancouver Sun

“Tableau channels New York bistro in much the way Joe Fortes channels San Francisco, that is to say, with a good deal of polish and sophistication. I plan to go back. Hell, I’d even pay.” – Randy Shore, The Vancouver Sun

“It’s to die for.” – Erin Ireland, Metro Vancouver