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by Michelle KimDisclosure: Review — This is not a paid post. Views are those of the author. Michelle's meal was compliments of Market for Dine Out Vancouver media consideration. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.
It’s been years since I attended any Dine Out Vancouver events, so when Rebecca asked me to check a few out this year, I gladly took it as an opportunity to dine one of Vancouver’s finest restaurants: Market by Jean-Georges at the Shangri-La Hotel.
In addition to offering their usual $38 prix fixe menu, this year they introduced, “Film Feast: Jiro Dreams of Sushi.” The event, which completely sold out on all the nights it was offered, included an exclusive screening of the critically-acclaimed documentary Jiro Dreams of Sushi (which follows the now 88-year-old sushi master chef and owner of Sukiyabashi Jiro, the first sushi restaurant ever to be awarded three Michelin stars), followed by a special 4-course dinner inspired by the film.
Unfortunately, I was not able to attend the event, but I was lucky enough to taste the restaurant’s $38 prix fixe menu, which was delightful. In the past, I found some of the Dine Out dinners a little disappointing — maybe it’s because the restaurants cook a selected few items en masse and perhaps there is a loss in quality in such a process. However, my dinner at Market — prepared by Chef Montgomery Lau — was top notch.
My Dine Out Meal for $38: Seared Gulf Shrimp, Butternut Squash, Ginger and Basil; Slowly Cooked Steelhead, Brussels Sprouts, Truffle Potatoes; Buttermilk Panna Cotta, Cassis Poached Pear, Pear Sorbet
Though I found my first course, seared gulf shrimp with butternut squash, slightly overcooked, the steelhead was probably the most perfectly cooked piece of fish I’ve ever had, and the truffled mashed potatoes it sat upon added great depth of flavour.
For dessert, the buttermilk panna cotta was both light and creamy and the cassis poached pear with pear sorbet added just the right amount of sweetness to the end of my first Dine Out dinner in a long time, convincing me that I should definitely attend more events next year.
Ingrid Michaelson will be performing at the Commodore Ballroom on Friday, May 2, 2014 with tickets on sale this Friday.
Image courtesy of Live Nation.
Michaelson released her latest album, Human Again, in 2012 and is known for several hit singles, about love and relationships, like “The Way I Am,” “Maybe,” and “Keep Breathing.” Her songs have been featured on television shows such as Grey’s Anatomy, American Idol, Parenthood, and So You Think You Can Dance.
As an independent artist she has sold over 750,000 albums and 3 million singles. Her sixth studio album is scheduled for release in 2014.
The show is 19+ and tickets will be available Friday, February 7, 2014 at 10:00am from Live Nation, Ticketmaster outlets, and by calling 1-855-985-5000. Guests for the Vancouver show include Storyman and The Alternate Routes.
Win Tickets to Ingrid Michaelson
If you would like to beat the box office, I have a pair of tickets to give away this week. Here’s how you can enter to win:
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You must be 19 years of age or older to enter the contest, win, and attend the concert. I will draw one winner at 12:00pm on Sunday, February 9, 2014.
Last night the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver hosted a preview event for their new pop-up restaurant on the 15th floor of their iconic downtown accommodation, announcing that The Roof will be open this month.
Under the copper green roof of the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, The Roof will be open from February, 2014 through to the fall and it will be the hotel’s main venue for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. Decades ago the space was a staple of the Vancouver dining and after work cocktail scene, serving up prime rib — and unique city views — that long time locals still talk about to this day.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Afternoon Tea
Samples were streaming out of the kitchen at the preview event as guests enjoyed “The Roof Negroni” cocktails and Moscow Mules served in copper cups.
Chef Cameron will create classic, simple, and fresh menu items along with prime cuts of Certified Angus Beef, Sakura Farms Pork and Innisfail Lamb. Fish lovers can choose from the freshest BC Wild Salmon, Haida Gwaii Halibut and Ahi Tuna accompanied by comfortable and creative side dishes.
Dawn Chubai performing at the preview event. Live music will be featured at The Roof.
Once open for service, The Roof will have a breakfast buffet Monday to Friday along with breakfast a-la-carte, lunch, and dinner. Keeping with Fairmont tradition, Afternoon Tea will also be served daily. The bar will have a “bar bites” menu and daily beverage service.
Follow the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates about The Roof and make your reservations by emailing hvc.events[at]fairmont.com.
The Rio Theatre is serving up a mix of romantic hits and fan favourites as this month’s Friday Late Night Movies. These 19+ screenings can be complimented with a beverage from the theatre’s full service bar as you enjoy a night out with friends. Tickets are available online in advance or at the door for $8 or $6 if you come in costume.
Rio Theatre Friday Late Night Movies
February 7, 2014
Say Anything…
(Cameron Crowe, 1989)
John Cusack’s iconic performance as the boombox-toting kickboxer Lloyd Dobler, who falls in love with “a brain trapped in the body of a game show hostess” (Ione Skye) in director Cameron Crowe’s Say Anything…, is, arguably, one of the best teen films to come out of the 1980s. It also happens to be one of our most requested films and the perfect movie to kick off February’s Friday Late Night Movie series. Also starring Lili Taylor, Jeremy Piven, John Mahoney, and Peter Gabriel’s ultra-romantic love song, In Your Eyes.
February 14, 2014
Romeo + Juliet (Baz Luhrmann, 1996)
Baz Luhrmann’s dizzyingly kinetic and thoroughly modern re-telling of William Shakespeare’s revered tragedy about two star-crossed young lovers (Leonardo DiCaprio, Claire Danes) is a must-see on the big screen and the perfect late night Valentine’s Day movie. The film is notable not just for its all-star cast (John Leguizamo, Paul Sorvino, Paul Rudd, Brian Dennehy, Harold Perrineau, Pete Postlethwaite, and many more) and its killer soundtrack (featuring songs by The Cardigans, Radiohead and Garbage) but because it manages to remain loyal to The Bard’s original, beautiful text. (Although… it doesn’t end well.)
February 21, 2014
A Clockwork Orange (Stanley Kubrick, 1971)
Stanley Kubrick’s ultra-violent, ultra-sarcastic, and ultra-visionary film set in a futuristic Britain follows the misadventures of charismatic delinquent Alex DeLarge (Malcolm McDowell), who volunteers for an experimental aversion therapy developed by the government in an effort to solve society’s crime problems while he is in prison… but not all goes according to plan. Featuring lots of Beethoven and a truly terrifying take on ocular surgery.
February 28, 2014
Donnie Darko (Richard Kelly, 2001)
Jake Gyllenhaal’s career took off after his turn as the titular Donnie Darko, a troubled teen plagued by visions of a large bunny rabbit that manipulates him to commit a series of crimes after narrowly escaping a bizarre accident. Donnie Darko has quietly emerged as a huge cult favorite following its initial release, and features strong supporting performances from an incredible cast including Patrick Swayze, Jena Malone, Drew Barrymore, Mary McDonnell, Maggie Gyllenhaal (playing Darko’s sister, of course), Katharine Ross, Seth Rogen, and Noah Wyle.
The Rio Theatre is an independent art and movie house located at 1660 West Broadway, at Commercial Drive, and is easily accessible by transit. Follow along on Facebook and Twitter for more film screenings, comedy showcases, and special event information.
Miss604 is a media partner of the Rio’s Late Night Movie series.
Vancouver’s award-winning Carousel Theatre for Young People presents Richard Scarry’s Busytown at the Waterfront Theatre on Granville Island from March 1st to March 30th, 2014.
Betsy Bear (Devon Busswood), Lowly Worm (Allan Zinyk)
and Huckle Cat (Colin Sheen) in Busytown
Richard Scarry’s beloved world comes to life in this charming musical! The little ones will love the bright colors, the dance-in-your-seat melodies and the fun costumes!
Join Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm, Betsy Bear and the rest of the gang as we discover and explore what people do all day! Huckle shows us how Farmer Pig and Grocer Cat work together to bring food to the town. Construction Worker and his crew build new houses, and Firechief and the gang keep them safe. Isn’t it wonderful how everyone works together to keep Busytown busy?
Adapted for the stage by Kevin Kling; Based on the book “What Do People Do All Day” by Richard Scarry; Music by Michael Koerner; Lyrics by Kevin Kling and Michael Koerner; Featuring: Devon Busswood, Kayla Dunbar, Dustin Freeland, Meghan Gardiner, Colin Sheen and Allan Zinyk.
Tickets are available online now for this production (ages 3 and up) and there are special all ages performances on March 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd at 10:00am for all ages (babes in arms). There will also be a VocalEye performance on March 9th at 2:00pm with vivid vocal description for blind and low vision audiences.
Win Tickets to Busytown at Carousel Theatre
I have a family 4-pack of tickets to give away for the opening performance of Busytown (March 1st at 2:00pm) thanks to Carousel Theatre. Here’s how you can enter to win:
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I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 12:00pm on Friday, February 21, 2014. Follow Carousel Theatre on Twitter for more information and show details.
It’s been years since I attended any Dine Out Vancouver events, so when Rebecca asked me to check a few out this year, I gladly took it as an opportunity to dine one of Vancouver’s finest restaurants: Market by Jean-Georges at the Shangri-La Hotel. 
