GOODS: Top Table Rooms Win Accolades At The 23rd Annual Van Mag Restaurant Awards
April 24, 2012
Every one of Top Table's restaurants were recognised for their contributions to the Vancouver restaurant scene this year
The GOODS from CinCin, Araxi, West, & Blue Water Café
Vancouver & Whistler, BC | If cherry blossoms herald spring across the province, in British Columbia’s culinary industry, the change of seasons is marked by the Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards. Now in their 23rd year, and unique in Canada, the awards were convened on a fitting spring day – Monday, April 23rd – at the Sheraton Wall Centre. A panel of 18 judges acknowledged industry excellence as Araxi, Blue Water Cafe, CinCin, West and Thierry were honoured before an audience of leading restaurateurs, chefs, and service professionals. Details after the jump… Read more
GOODS: South Granville’s “West” Continues To Evolve After 10 Years Of Excellence
December 8, 2011
West Restaurant is located at 2881 Granville in beautiful Vancouver, BC | 604-738 -8938 | westrestaurant.com
The GOODS from West Restaurant
Vancouver, BC | Since its opening more than a decade ago, West has been a place of quiet evolution, setting benchmarks with its unique coastal cuisine that speaks to where we live. And now, with the appointment of Quang Dang as executive chef, the introduction of his new menu and recent décor enhancements, West continues to evolve. “We really wanted to add another dimension to West,” says proprietor Jack Evrensel. “The addition of the Elements section introduces a wider range for the menu. It provides another way to enjoy West on a daily basis, for a casual bite on the way home from the office, or simply as an informal meeting place in the neighbourhood,” he added. Read more
DINER: What I’d Like To Do On Thursday But Can’t Because Going Down In Newfoundland
July 19, 2011
Two of my favourite Canadian chefs, Jeremy Charles of Raymonds in St. John’s and Quang Dang of Diva here in Vancouver (soon to be at South Granville’s West), are cooking up an “East Meets West” themed super supper in Newfoundland this Thursday night. That’s 7 courses of presumably amazing food complete with wine pairings from Kim Cyr of “C” and Raymonds’ own wine director Jeremy Bonia. I had the pleasure of eating/judging some of Charles’ food when he represented his province at the Canadian Culinary Championships this past winter. The guy is extremely talented, especially under pressure (he won the silver medal), and dang if Quang needs any introduction at all. It’s just too bad it’s 7314 km away. I’m game if you have a jet…
DINER: Award-Winning “West” Restaurant Hires Quang Dang As New Executive Chef
July 1, 2011
Today, the first day of NHL free agency, we’ve so far learned that Raffi Torres is off to the Coyotes and that the Canucks have re-signed Sami Salo and Chris Higgins. Not to be outdone, our local restaurant trade is making moves as well, beginning with the looming departure of first line center executive chef David Gunawan from South Granville’s venerable West to Belgium (in exchange for future considerations). To fill the captaincy, owner Jack Evrensel has booked the services of talented 1st round draft pick chef Quang Dang, who has successfully quarterbacked the powerplay at Diva in the Metropolitan Hotel for a little over a year now. No news as of yet on his replacement, but there’s no rush. Apparently, this deal doesn’t go through until the end of August. If that’s true, then there’s plenty of time for Diva to exploit free agency. There are several heavyweights currently available, and not many fine dining joints buying.
VANCOUVERITES: Thirty Eight Questions With New Diva At The Met Chef Quang Dang
February 9, 2011
We like Quang Dang. He is short and good tempered, owning a cool name that few know how to pronounce (we’ve been calling him “Wang” to his face for years). He’s also a terrific cook, currently masquerading as the executive chef at the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver and its posh little restaurant, Diva At The Met.
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Four things about Kitsilano that make you want to live there: Good restaurants, nice people, the beach, and the quiet. Even if I start disliking the ‘hood, I can’t stand moving.
The thing that you eat that is bad for you that you will never stop eating: Chips with sour cream, and bacon…I’m addicted.
Default drink? Beer.
The thing that you really dig about working at Diva: Great kitchen with space to cook just about anything, and the crew.
The thing that you miss most about working at C Restaurant: Chef [Robert] Clark and Harry [Kambolis]. Ah, the adventures…
Bartender who could sell you anything? All of them.
What makes you angry? Cars that keep trying to run me over. Read more
“C” & Canadian Chef’s Congress To Commemorate James Barber
March 24, 2010
British Columbian chefs to gather for a memorial-fundraiser in honour of James Barber, who passed away last year
News from Scout supporter “C” Restaurant
Vancouver, BC | C Restaurant is set to commemorate culinary icon James Barber. On Sunday, April 18th 2010, C Restaurant along with The Canadian Chef’s Congress, will host a memorial-fundraiser dedicated to Barber with proceeds being donated to his favorite charity, Providence Farm.
The event, created by a team of chef’s all hand picked by Barber’s wife Christina Burridge, will honor cuisine and culinary talent from Vancouver and Vancouver Island. All of the people involved were known to hold a special place in Barber’s heart. Included on the team are:
Bill Jones – Cookbook Author and Food Consultant, Cowichan, B.C.
Edward Tuson – Sooke Harbour House, Sooke B.C.
Maureen Seay – Renowned Pastry Chef, Vancouver, B.C.
Peter Zambri – Zambris Restaurant, Victoria, B.C.
Quang Dang – C Restaurant, Vancouver, B.C.
Robert Clark – Kambolis Restaurants, Vancouver, B.C.
The menu for the evening will include some of Barber’s favorite recipes and of course, Ocean Wise seafood. Tickets for the event are $250 per person and can be purchased directly from C Restaurant or by phoning 604-681-1164. All proceeds will be donated directly to Providence Farms. Read more
“C” Chef De Cuisine Quang Dang Moves To Executive Role At Diva
March 22, 2010
“C” Restaurant chef de cuisine Quang Dang is on the move after being hired on as the new executive chef at Diva in the Metropolitan Hotel. The news, which should be made official any day now, comes shortly after it was announced that the downtown hotel’s chef of several years, Dino Renaerts, was on his way out to run West Van’s Fraiche and Crave Beachside.
Kambolis Group of Restaurants Going Raw For Earth Hour
March 10, 2010
Visit the Kambolis Group of restaurants online at WhatIsNu.com, RaincityGrill.com, and CRestaurant.com
News from Scout supporters Nu, Raincity Grill, and C RESTAURANT
Vancouver, BC | In commemoration of Earth Hour™, Raincity Grill, C Restaurant and nu restaurant + lounge will shut off more than just the lights on Saturday, March 27th. The chefs at all three restaurants will be promoting raw food menus in order to take the event, one of the world’s biggest climate change initiatives, an environmental step further.
The menus created will consume far less energy than normal restaurant fare based on the cooking techniques. C’s Chef de Cuisine Quang Dang defines raw food as, “A diet based on unprocessed and uncooked plant foods, such as fresh fruit and vegetables, sprouts, seeds, nuts, grains, beans and for us seafood. By not heating food above 47 degrees Celsius the enzymes can better assist in digestion and absorption. Most cooking techniques diminish the nutritional value and of food as well as burn energy in the process.” Read more
Lindsey Vonn And Vail Resorts Celebrate Achievements At “C”
March 5, 2010
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News from Scout supporter “C” Restaurant
Vancouver, BC | C Restaurant was selected by Vail Resorts as the location to celebrate U.S. athlete Lindsey Vonn and her Olympic achievements. On Saturday, February 27, 2010, C hosted one of the most exciting and anticipated parties of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Read more
Games Won’t Overshadow Cupid At Raincity Grill, Nu, And “C”
February 9, 2010
Vancouver's premier waterfront restaurant properties are putting on high value spreads this Valentine's Day
News from Scout supporters Raincity Grill, nu and “C”
Vancouver, BC | Don’t let Cupid’s visit get overshadowed by The Games this Valentine’s Day. Locals in love look no further. C Restaurant, Raincity Grill and nu restaurant + lounge are the perfect fit for a rendezvous for two. And with no traffic restrictions around each restaurant and free parking at C and nu, reservations for Valentine’s Day and the weekend leading up are sensuality made simple. Get all the details after the jump… Read more
