The GOODS from Ancora

Vancouver, BC | Father-son duo Chefs Nacho and Poncho Cadena of Puerto Vallarta’s highly acclaimed La Leche restaurant have joined forces with Ancora Waterfront Dining and Patio’s Chef Ricardo Valverde to craft a six-course, Peru-meets-Mexico feast during the 2016 Dine Out Vancouver Festival.

On January 20, guests are invited to gather at Ancora’s scenic waterfront location for the one-night-only, Latin America-inspired dinner as part of Dine Out’s World Chef Exchange event series. The Cadena family – whose restaurant has pioneered irreverent, unexpected cuisine in Mexico, and is touted as a culinary revelation – will present two courses, then Ricardo – whose Peruvian background influences the unexpected, out-of-the-box flavour combinations he has become known for – will respond with two of his own. For the fifth course, the three chefs will unveil a collaborative entrée guaranteed to stun every taste bud in the room. Diners will end the night on a sweet note with a decadent dessert. Each course will be paired with local wines carefully selected by General Manager and Sommelier Andrea Vescovi, all intended to bring out the distinctive flavour profiles inherent in Peruvian, Mexican and West Coast ingredients.

“I’m really excited to share my ideas with the Cadena family, and to build on each other’s experiences and palates,” said Chef Ricardo Valverde. “La Leche is one of Mexico’s most celebrated restaurants, and the ingredients and techniques used in that region are highly complementary to those of my home country, Peru. This is a dream collaboration, a night not to be missed.”

“The entire Ancora team is excited to welcome Chefs Nacho and Poncho to our restaurant and taste the dishes they dream up with Ricardo using our regional ingredients,” said Andrea Vescovi, general manager. “It’s a powerhouse team representing two extremely flavourful and dynamic cuisines, and we’ve tasted countless local wines before selecting those that best complement each course.”

The communal-style dinner features tables for eight to 12 people with a maximum of 70 seats available – so book your tickets fast, because this palate-sparkling fusion of flavours is sure to sell out. Each ticket costs $185, and includes all food and wine pairings. Upon arrival, guests will have the opportunity to mix and mingle in the restaurant’s sleek space during a 6:00pm reception before adjourning to dinner at 6:30pm. To claim your seats, click here. And if you miss out, not to worry – Ancora will also offer a set menu for the duration of Dine Out Vancouver Festival (January 15 – 31) at the $40 price point.

DETAILS

1600 #2 Howe Street | Vancouver, B.C., V6Z 2L9
Telephone: 604-681-1164 | Email: [email protected]
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Tuesday to Sunday | Cocktail Hour – 3pm to 5pm | Dinner – 5pm to 11pm

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THE TEAM

Andrea Vescovi, General Manager & Wine Director
Tara Thom, Restaurant Director
Ricardo Valverde, Executive Chef
Yoshihiro Tabo, Sushi Chef
Matt Cooke, Bar Manager

ABOUT ANCORA

Situated along Vancouver’s picturesque False Creek seawall, Ancora Dining and Patio dishes up West Coast sustainable cuisine with Peruvian and Japanese flare.

The former home of C Restaurant has been transformed into a sleek, modern fine dining space. Embracing the city’s stunning waterfront landscape, Ancora’s contemporary design features a subtle yet sophisticated mix of soft blues, sand-inspired neutrals and light woods.

The comprehensive menu is built on the cornerstones of sustainable seafood, fresh and local ingredients, and uncommon international elements. The restaurant’s unique dishes combine flavours and techniques that embrace diverse cultures and show a deep understanding of the city’s culinary evolution. Guests can expect a mix of West Coast, punchy Peruvian-inspired meals, and artistic Japanese creations served fresh from the raw bar.

Ancora also boasts an exciting wine and cocktail menu that inspires balance and complements its flavourful cuisine. The wine list is structured to highlight the varietal, style and character, and catalogues some of the best B.C. wines and international vintners. The cocktail menu features an exciting mix of classic concoctions and specialty tipples for parched patrons to sip as they admire the pristine waterfront view.

The team leading Ancora’s front-of-house and kitchen brings together some of the city’s top culinary professionals, and their bevy of impressive resumes and international experience translates into a dazzling dining experience that is sure to impress guests.