Chris González The New GM Of Lumière and db Bistro Moderne
January 21, 2010
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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
Vancouver’s Top Toques Line Up And Sign At UBC Feast of Fields
September 18, 2009
Chefs Table Society president Pino Posteraro signs a copy of Vancouver Cooks 2 at Feast of Fields
Attendees at last weekend’s Feast of Fields on UBC Farm were given the first opportunity to purchase the new Vancouver Cooks 2 cookbook and have it signed by a dozen of its 70 chef contributors. The book, which features 120 recipes from BC’s best restaurants, “officially” goes on sale in mid-October, but can be purchased in advance at Barbara Jo’s Books To Cooks and those participating restaurants that have sequestered cases of their own (be sure to ask when making your dinner reservations this week).
Many thanks to Tiffany Soper for the following photographs. Click through to see who turned up… 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.
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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
