Vancitygirl

I did attend the Bardot opening. Had a great time, but I always do (I keep good company). The highlight was the sabering of an oversized champagne bottle by their wine consultant, Mireille. I did, however, feel surrounded by some fine examples of the work of Vancouver's plastic surgeons. Will have to go back on a "regular" night and sus out the feel of the place. Grand Openings are never indicative of the day to day feel of a restaurant.

"1000 Replies!!!! Woo hoo! (unless someone beat me to it) " Sorry.

Is Salt open? From Judith Lane in the Georgia Straight: With a savoury menu of artisanal cheeses; charcuterie from Oyama and Seattle’s Salumi; a wine list sporting 10 red wines, 10 whites, and 10 sherries, all by the glass; plus Tiger, Unibroue, and Brooklyn beers sealing the deal, Sean Heather (Irish Heather) and partner Scott Hawthorn have an out-of-the-park hit with Salt Tasting Room. Find it in Blood Alley, Gastown.

Grand Opening Bardots is today. Invite only.

I am wondering with the new liquor board enforcements if perhaps they'll be asked to change. Hope so. There is enought whinning in this town already.

Whineos, located at 1017 Granville Street Between Nelson and Helmecken, is open as of June 18, 2006. Wine and tapas bar.

← They opened last Friday June 23 for evenings only and are now open during the day as of June 28.

From the Vintropolis Newsletter: OPENING SOON ... Opening July 7th, 2006 at 5 PM Bardot Waterside Bar & Grille 1127 Marinaside Crescent, Vancouver T. 604.683.5335

Where can you buy this sweet mild garlic?

Are you serious? Could they not have given it a better name? It would be like calling Sean's retaurants Fiction , Fiction (#2) and Fiction (#3). Let's hope they come up with something better, It's a great spot. ← From Vintropolis Newsletter - Watch for the opening of Vintropolis' sister restaurant Bardot Lounge and Grille at 1137 Marinaside Crescent in Yaletown. (in the old Quay Restaurant location)

Does anyone know where Adesso will be opening?

Definitely "that guy". If you think Alexander has been nasty try this on for size: "The Bell It is not just everything I despise and loathe in lunch, but everything that embarrasses and depresses me about tweedy Albion" AA Gill

I'll see all of you there.

California does it too: Bin 8945, a modern bistro and raw bar offering nearly 60 wines by the glass, is opening in West Hollywood in mid-June. AND Seattle 35th Street Bistro — formerly that hallowed hippified haunt Still Life in Fremont

At 666 Burrard Street there is a new restaurant opening called 666. It's supposed to be the new hot as hell place to be seen. Oh - sorry - that was just a nightmare I had.

Clews to be called Crave and is a project by Chef Wayne Martin from the Four Seasons Hotel.

I heard that it has been purchased by James Iranzad (of Hells Kitchen, Nevermind, and Abigail's Party). ← I just called the Living Room Bistro and they are now called the Flying Tiger (I just got scared and hung up - actually the mailbox was full). Know anything?

Aonther instance of curiousity - the Wickaninnish Inn. Anyone been there lately?

Has anyone been to Salmon House lately? I did lunch there a few years ago and enjoyed it, but can't bring back exact memories.

Thanks Kate. Thank god they aren't your client or ANOTHER heated debate about self promotion would ignite.

Ling still reigns supreme with her dining ventures. Keep trucking Lorna. PS - I've nicknamed myself foie gras (fg for short) since I feel like I am force feeding myself in the name of culinary adventure. FG

Tuesday - Diva at the Met for their new tasting menu - absolutely excellent halibut saltimbocca Wednesday - Sanifar grand opening - kanaga wrapped tiger prawn Thursday - Sanifar AGAIN! - ahi tuna spring roll Friday - Harrison hot springs hotel bar for a mushroom and cheddar burger Saturday - Gramercy Grill for roast chicken

Spring is here and I am wondering where to find some local spring produce. I went to the farmers market at Trout lake last weekend and picked up some mushrooms and greens, but I missed the rhubarb and didn't see the usual spring suspects - asparagus and fiddleheads. Where to go during the week to pick up? Thanks!

Andrew, For such a wordy man - that's it? )

The Hotel Eldorado is not haunted.