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Another restaurant, another season, another book -- Lumiere is HOT *****
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Cru Restaurant ****
One of Vancouver's newer restaurants makes the grade.
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Glowbal Grill & Satay Bar **** 1/2
Myriad dining experiences can be found in this 100-person restaurant. If high-energy ambiance and creative food is your mandate for a fun night out, Glowbal Grill and Satay Bar in Yaletown is the destination of choice. Superior wine list and service.
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Henry's Kitchen La Brasserie (Garber snapshot) ****
As featured in Anne Garber's Bargain Hunter column in TV Week magazine. Vancouver, BC. Four stars.
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L'Emotion ****
The word on the streets of the North Shore is that you don't have to drive across the Lion's Gate Bridge for a wonderful French dining experience. For years, the locals have made the journey over the water for an evening out, but no more.
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La Belle Auberge Restaurant **** 1/2
Erected in 1902, the building that houses La Belle Auberge is an official Heritage house, and for 20 years chef/owner Bruno Marti has wowed British Columbians with his ever-changing French cuisine menus and fine dining ambience. Like going home for a very nice dinner, the restaurant is comprised of five rooms -- each decorated differently, but all furnished with beautiful antiques. When asked if there is an interesting view from the restaurant, Mr. Marti replied that the view is on the plate.
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La Régalade ****
La Régalade is the classic example of truly fine French bistro food -- in the heart of West Vancouver, BC
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Lumiere (Lumière) *****
Undoubtedly Vancouver's best stand-alone restaurant, Lumière offers an environment of both luxury and restraint. Chef Robert Feenie presides, and Executive Chef Daren Bergeron adds all the wisdom of a Quebec culinary heritage -- with modern innovations.
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Lumière's special wine dinner *****
Lumière announces unique dinner -- tickets are limited!
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Pastis **** 1/2
Author:Reviewed by Anne Garber
2153 West 4th Avenue
Vancouver
604.731.5020
4-1/2 stars
Beautiful and understated, Pastis will seduce you with its fine bistro cuisine and attentive, professional service.
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Provence Marinaside (Provence 2) ****
Perhaps the most wonderful taste of the summer, the Provence Marinaside is a beautiful venue delighting diners with the wonderful flavours of the season, the south of France and the Pacific Northwest.
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Araxi review (by Anne Garber) *
(Unrated)
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Cook Studio Café ****
The NV Food & Service Resource Group runs the Cook Studio Café, its newest training facility. Located in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver at 374 Powell Street, this property is the centrepiece of its new cook-training program for Youth at Risk.
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J.J.'s Fine Dining (JJ's) ****
One of those well-known "secrets" in town, JJ's closed for massive renovations, which were completed late in the year 2000. Gone are the old velvet draperies; the new look is light, bright and elegant.
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The Seasonal Experience: A Unique and Exciting Culinary Encounter ****
Chef Adrian has a passion for our local foods and those who produce them. His catering services cover everything from intimate dinners for two to large weddings. He also offers cooking classes both in the kitchen in Langley as well as in people’s homes.
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West / Ouest *
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West Restaurant and Bar (Esther Kwok review) *
(Unrated)
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