db Bistro Moderne & Lumière Both Score High ZAGAT Ratings
February 4, 2010
db Bistro Moderne & Lumière Build on Tradition of Excellence; Sister Restaurants Receive High Praise from ZAGAT
News from Scout supporters db Bistro Moderne & Lumiere
Vancouver, BC | Proprietors David and Manjy Sidoo and Daniel Boulud are extraordinarily pleased to announce that, db Bistro Moderne, Vancouver, and Lumière received outstanding ratings from ZAGAT, the world’s leading provider of consumer survey-based information on where to eat, drink, stay and play, worldwide. “It’s wonderful to receive excellent critical review, but it is truly gratifying to learn that our customers and peers share those sentiments as well,” says David Sidoo.
“We introduced db Bistro Moderne and re-introduced Lumière to Vancouver just over one year ago, during industry-challenged times and to the most discerning group of diners the city has seen in over a decade. The 2010 ZAGAT survey results certainly direct all credit where it is due – to our world-class Chefs Daniel Boulud, Dale MacKay and Stephane Istel, and to our incredible restaurant team.”
ZAGAT restaurant ratings are consumer survey-based, and focus on three easily digestible categories, namely food, décor and service. Each category is assigned a numeric rating from one to 30, with 30 representing perfection. An average cost per cover is assigned, and a short encapsulating paragraph delivers the overall experience to the uninitiated in 100 words or less. Read more
Db Bistro Moderne Given “Three Diamond” Rating By AAA/CAA
January 28, 2010
db bistro moderne is located at 2551 West Broadway in Vancouver, BC | 604-739-7115 | www.dbbistro.ca
News from Scout supporter db bistro moderne
Vancouver, BC | Proprietors David and Manjy Sidoo and Daniel Boulud are extraordinarily pleased to announce that, db Bistro Moderne, Vancouver, has been awarded AAA/CAA’s prestigious ‘Three Diamond’ rating, just one year after the new restaurant opened its doors.
“We are just thrilled to be awarded three diamonds already,” says David Sidoo. “The rating validates the confidence that Daniel and Manjy and I had in the db Bistro concept for this market, and theenthusiasm with which our clients have embraced Daniel Boulud and Chef de Cuisine Stephane Istel. Daniel, Manjy and I wish to thank our outstanding restaurant team and our loyal clients, for an excellent first year.”
To receive an AAA/CAA (Triple A) Three Diamond rating a restaurant must meet specific criteria regarding the skill level and professionalism of Chefs and management, authentic mastery of traditional and contemporary cuisine, consistent delivery of an identifiable concept, individualized and refined service, restaurant comfort and décor, and overall packaging of a distinctive concept. Read more
Chris González The New GM Of Lumière and db Bistro Moderne
January 21, 2010
Accomplished industry veteran Chris González tapped to lead Relais & Chateaux properties
News from Scout supporters Lumière and DB Bistro
Vancouver, BC | Proprietors David and Manjy Sidoo and Daniel Boulud are thrilled to announce that Mr. Chris González has joined their award-winning front of house team as General Manager. “Chris is an exceptional young man with a sterling reputation in Vancouver’s thriving culinary scene. We are absolutely elated to have him at the helm as we welcome the world in 2010.”
A consummate professional, Chris joins Lumière and db Bistro Moderne after a two-year tenure as Restaurant Manager at Robson Street’s CinCin Ristorante + Bar. A graduate of Vancouver’s venerable Top Table restaurant group, Chris brings passion, culinary savvy and gracious hospitality to Lumière and db bistro.
Chris has long been an active participant in British Columbia’s hospitality arena, serving as General Manager of Yaletown’s Villa del Lupo Restaurant and as a representative of Canadian Winery of the Year Summerhill Estate Winery in Kelowna. An avid traveler and culinary enthusiast, Chris looks forward to inspiring staff, elevating expectations and delivering memorable Five Diamond Service to compliment the superlative cuisine of Chefs Boulud, MacKay and Istel.
Chris is also an accomplished food and wine writer whose words have graced the pages of Vancouver Magazine, Georgia Straight, Vancouver City Guide and the Eating & Drinking Guide. He has also served previously as a judge for Vancouver Magazine’s esteemed Restaurant Awards. His keen eye, discerning palate and boundless enthusiasm make him a welcome addition to the Lumière and db Bistro Moderne family. Read more
Deals At DB Bistro Moderne and Lumiere
February 2, 2009
Scout community members DB Bistro Moderne and Lumiere are extending their dining deals into February.
Dine Out Vancouver 2009 has come to an end, but DB Bistro Moderne and Lumière continue to offer exceptional dining deals this month. Due to overwhelming response, DB Bistro Moderne has extended their Dine Out Vancouver 2009 menu. Until February 12th, guests can continue to enjoy a special three-course dinner for $38. Next door at the award-winning Lumière, a three-course prix fixe is being offered for $58 until February 12th as well.
For more information and reservation information, please visit www.dbbistro.ca and www.lumiere.ca.
Scout’s DB & Lumiere Shots
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Lumiere And DB Open Wednesday
December 7, 2008
Word from David Sidoo tonight is that Lumiere and db Bistro will open to the public for sure on Wednesday. Lumiere is dinner only. db Bistro is both lunch and dinner. Total dog pile.
In case you missed the photoset from the preview:
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First Look At The New Lumiere
December 2, 2008
Though they don’t “officially” open until the 10th of December, Lumiere and db Bistro Moderne opened up long enough to give the media and various bigwigs a swig and a taste tonight.
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Understandably, first impressions were hamstrung by the boisterous crowd and the party atmosphere. It was a very entertaining, usual suspects affair, with much of the serious talk focused on the coming financial dreadnought that appears bent on shelling the harbours of everybody, all mean and unpredictable like. People were drinking, naturally.
I wanted to get to know the place but hardly a corner could be spied in the general crush of bodies, and details were the stuff of impossible concentration (glass in hand). It’s always hard to gauge a new room when it’s first presented as a stand up affair, but you could tell that the bones were very pretty indeed. I hope to get a proper feel in the weeks to come.
The morsels I tried were excellent, and towards the end of the night Daniel sat many of us down for a few courses, which were outstanding. Juicy burgers. Short rib cigarettes. Pork belly. Arctic char. And my goodness, wine and champagne.
Panicked whispers aside, it was a very timely retreat from all remembrances of things bad. Everyone may have been talking about it, but no one was really thinking that we have a Tunguska-like economic disaster in the offing, with a left-wing coup in the works to boot. It was like a fairy tale, with the best hospitality, the most gorgeous people, and an ambience dripping with charm and elation. Not a falsehood at all, but I imagine a fever dream chimera to most.
I’ve supplied some photos above. Not much, I guess, but not bad considering I was taking shots with my sipping hand, and the end of the world was nigh.
db bistro moderne
October 4, 2008
2551 West Broadway, Vancouver BC | V6K 2E9 | MAP
Tel: 604-739-7115
Web: www.dbbistro.ca
Lunch: Monday-Friday Noon – 2:30 pm
Dinner: from 5:30 pm
Weekend Brunch: 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
Gallery
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The People
Owners: Daniel Boulud, David & Manjy Sidoo
Chef de Cuisine: Nathan Guggenheimer
General Manager: Chris González
Maitre d’: Charlene Kisiloski
Sommelier: Kevin van Hullebush
About db bistro moderne
A contemporary bistro where traditional French cuisine meets the flavors of British Columbia. Chefs Daniel Boulud and Stephane Istel offer a seasonal menu highlighting fine ingredients served in a convivial and casual setting.
“A night at db is much more than a meal. It’s a culinary journey.” – Cassandra Anderton, MartiniBoys.com
Lumière
October 4, 2008
2551 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2E9 | MAP
Tel: 604-739-8185
Web: www.lumiere.ca
Lunch: Available for private events
Dinner: Tuesday – Sunday from 5:30 pm
Private Events: Lunchtime or upon request
Gallery
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The People
Owners: Daniel Boulud & David & Manjy Sidoo
Executive Chef: Dale MacKay
General Manager: Chris Gonzalez
Sommelier: Kevin van Hullebush
Maitre d’: Andrew Walker
About Lumière
Long considered one of Vancouver’s finest dining destinations, Lumière is an eclectic blend of European sophistication and modern French cuisine prepared by Executive Chef Dale MacKay under the guidance of Chef Daniel Boulud.
“Compared to the next door sibling db Bistro Moderne, Lumière is like Bach to db’s Rolling Stones.” – Mia Stainsby, The Vancouver Sun
