Chambar Highlighting Work Of Vancouver Artists During Games
February 14, 2010
EAT, ART, AFTER DARK | Chambar is located at 562 Beatty St. in Vancouver | 604-879-7119 | www.chambar.com
News from Scout supporter Chambar
Vancouver, BC | Chambar restaurant will feature the work of two Vancouver artists during the Olympics, with the intention of sharing with the world some of the fantastic young artistic talent that the city has to offer. With Chambar’s close proximity to BC Place and Canada Hockey Place, thousands of Olympic visitors will have the opportunity to view local artwork as they dine on fresh BC mussels and chef Nico Schuerman’s Belgian inspired cuisine.
Josh Van Dyke turns retired skate decks into hunting trophies
Chambar owner Karri Schuermans has maintained a commitment to the arts community since she and husband Nico opened the Beatty Street restaurant five years ago. “It has been important for us to use Chambar as a place for guests to explore the dynamism of Vancouver, not just on their plate, but through their entire dining experience.” Schuermans typically rotates exhibitions in the restaurant every four to six weeks. Running for the duration of the Olympics, the sculptural work of Josh Van Dyke and large format resin paintings by George Vergette will adorn the restaurant’s heritage brick walls. Read more
Café Medina OPENS TAKE-OUT WINDOW IN TIME FOR OLYMPIC LINES
February 5, 2010
Crosstown's Cafe Medina aims to provide "sweet sustenance for those on the move" during the Games
News from Scout supporter Cafe Medina
Vancouver BC | Olympic game goers and Vancouverites alike will be pleased to know that Café Medina’s mouth-watering waffles and connoisseur-savvy coffees will be available at the café’s new take-out window.
Located at the entrance of the café, the take-out window has been implemented in response to the influx of people that will be using Beatty Street as a thoroughfare during the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Sure to be a welcome addition to a neighbourhood that will soon be bustling with foot traffic, the new take-out window will cater to passersby looking to lounge in between destinations or those hoping to grab a little sweet sustenance while on the move. Read more
The Commitment-Free New Years Eve Experience At Chambar
December 17, 2009
At Chambar, check commitment at the door and celebrate New Year’s Eve any way you want to...
News from Scout supporter Chambar
Vancouver, BC | Chambar Restaurant is letting you call the shots this New Year’s Eve. Recently appointed GM Sebastien Lagors has opened the books and will be accepting NYE reservations from 5:00PM until 10:00PM eschewing the usual practice of set menus and scheduled seatings. On December 31st, revelers will be able to enjoy Chambar the way they want to, on a night reserved for good friends, good food, and of course, a healthy dose of bubbly. Read more
Chambar Lands Vets Sebastien Lagors And Robert Stelmachuk
December 6, 2009
Chambar appoints new front of house leaders, GM Sebastien Lagors and Sommelier Robert Stelmachuk
News from Scout supporter Chambar
Vancouver, BC | Chambar Restaurant is thrilled to announce the addition of two industry leaders to the front of house team: GM Sebastien Lagors and Sommelier Robert Stelmachuk. Following the celebration of their five-year anniversary in September, Chambar continues to grow. “Our goal has always been to elevate and evolve the experience at Chambar,” says owner Karri Schuermans, “with a young family and recent expansions of Café Medina, The Dirty Apron Cooking School and Chambar Ale, we’re excited to expand our team. We believe Sebastien and Robert have the dedication and ambition to enhance the Chambar experience.” Read more
Random Photo #604: Chambar On The Hunt For Pine Mushrooms…
November 2, 2009
Karri Schuermans of Chambar and partner/husband/chef Nico Schuermans went dirt biking the other day in search of delicious local pine mushrooms. Karri took the time to take a few shots while waiting for her elbow to swell up after a tumble. They’ll be available at the restaurant while supplies last (probably two weeks). A few more after the bump… Read more
Chambar’s Very Own Ale Starts Rolling Off The Bottling Line…
September 10, 2009
These sneak peek snaps of the first bottled Chambar Ale come direct from the bottling line. I’ve been told the branding and lettering is done in 14ct gold, with the axiom “In heaven there is no beer, that’s why we drink it here” spelled out in four languages on the back. The award-winning restaurant celebrates its 5th birthday this Saturday with a block party in the day and a raucous shindig at night (I hope to see you at both). Full press release after the leap… Read more
At Chambar, Remembering How To Pig Out Without Utensils…
July 22, 2009
I made it down to Chambar last night to aid in the award-winning restaurant’s celebration of National Belgian Day (Leopold the 1st became the first King of Belgium on July 21st, 1831).
Outside Chambar last night, 7:28pm | This little piggy got lost on the way to the market...
We arrived to find two hissing and wondrously stinky pigs on rotisseries outside the doors and both Chambar and Medina packed with people awaiting a special dinner billed as a “Medieval Feast”.
A packed house within and next door at Medina...
Oh, and check the fine print of the invitation:
NOTE: Vegetarian options will not be available. Due to the Medieval nature of this feast, no cutlery will be provided.
Shaun Layton, Simon Kaulback, and Pablo Greenham with fists full of pork...
It was fabulously savage with otherwise polite and well mannered people ripping loaves of bread apart and smearing the bits in troughs of rillette, tearing into whole prawns, sucking the parmesan butter off mountains of grilled corn, coating faces with pork fat, drinking copious amounts of Belgian beer and laughing maliciously at whatever vegetables were very much mistakenly served to us.
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Happy Belgian Day!
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Crosstown’s Award-Winning Chambar Joins Scout Magazine
June 16, 2009
The award-winning Chambar Restaurant on Beatty is now a proud member supporter of Scout Magazine. We will be publishing their news and releases on our front page, and hosting an individual page for them on our list of recommended restaurants. Scroll below for a taste:
Details
562 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC | V6B 2L3 | MAP
Tel: 604-879-7119 | Fax: 604-879-7118
Web: www.chambar.com
Email: info@chambar.com
Dinner: 7 nights from 5:30PM
Private events upon request Read more
Medina Café
October 4, 2008
556 Beatty Street, Vancouver BC | MAP
Tel: 604-879-3114
Webs:medinacafe.com
Email: info@medinacafe.com
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The People
Owners: Karri Schuermans, Nico Schuermans, Robbie Kane
Executive Chef: Nico Schuermans
Floor Manager: Robbie Kane
About Medina
A quaint cafe next door to popular night time hang out Chambar, Medina serves tasty and affordable breakfast, lunch and brunch dishes created by owner and chef Nico Schuermans. The room is warm, stylish, and in the evenings doubles as a high-end private dining room.
Chambar
October 4, 2008
Details
562 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC | V6B 2L3 | MAP
Tel: 604-879-7119 | Fax: 604-879-7118
Web: www.chambar.com
Email: info@chambar.com
Dinner: 7 nights from 5:30PM
Private events upon request
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Team
Owners: Nico and Karri Schuermans
Executive Chef: Nico Schuermans
General Manager: Justin Tisdall
About Chambar
Chambar offers a unique pairing of Belgian and North African influences. Wherever possible, organic and local ingredients are combined to create fantastic food that reflects the seasons. The menu is a diverse offering of appetizers, moule frites, and main courses of lamb, duck, and venison. A variety of Belgian beers are also available, and can be paired with any item on the menu. At the bar, an award winning cocktail list boasts an extensive array of infused spirits and fresh local fruit. The long paralam bar, which has been inlaid with walnut and tinted resin, is perfect place to enjoy a pre-dinner dinner drink or to catch up with old friends. In the dining room blood red booths are high enough to allow for privacy, and maybe just a hint of debauchery, while Italian designed chairs and an eclectic and rotating art collection complement Chambar’s heritage surroundings beautifully.
Awards
Vancouver Magazine – 2005 Best New Fine Dining
Vancouver Magazine - 2008-2009 Best Other European
Georgia Straight – 2005 Best New Restaurant
Vancouver Courier – 2005 Best New Restaurant
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