West End Dining at Highly Acclaimed Raincity Grill
Dining in Vancouver is pretty exceptional considering we have some of the best chefs in the world . I love the fact that hot spots like Raincity Grill promote the best and brightest of our great province.Sure they have a superb chef, but what I am talking about here is the fact that they showcase amazing products that are caught, grown, raised and produced not only in BC but within 100 miles of their West End location.
I had the opportunity to try their autumn 100 mile menu and it is like eating fine art. Truly a most sensual experience, my eyes were greeted with presentations that could be described as Monet to Dali and my pallet was reminded of how great real fresh quality food should taste.Lets face it, our great province is full of pristine lakes, glacier fed streams, organic and bio dynamic farms and a whole community committed to sustainable living.
Definitely check out Raincity Grill if you want a real west coast experience.
Pros: You can't beat the view of English Bay and they have over 70 wines by the glass
Cons: Parking is a hassle so plan to valet or cab it. Also not really an atmosphere for small children, however, call ahead and maybe if you go early enough your kids can enjoy real food.
This is a sample of their newest menu
100-MILE PEMBERTON FALL HARVEST MENU
"NORTH ARM FARM" BEETROOT SNOW
horseradish cream
Wine accompaniment:
Garry Oaks, Pinot Gris
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GRILLED "SLOPING HILLS" PORK
bayne sound scallop, wild mushroom, "north arm farm" celery root, chervil beurre blanc
Wine accompaniment:
Venturi-Schulze, Bianco di Collina
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SEARED "ORGANIC OCEANS" SALMON
braised "north arm farm" artichoke, grilled salt spring island mussel, garlic
"helmers" seig linde potato
Wine accompaniment:
Averill Creek, Pinot Noir
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BRAISED "PEMBERTON MEADOWS" BEEF
"helmers" potato pave, grilled shallot
"north arm farm" parsley root, marrow jus
Wine accompaniment:
Alderlea, Clarinete
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A selection of local cheese (add$8.50 per cheese)
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CARAMELISED SQUASH
"north arm farm" beetroot jelly, honey caramel, merridale cider sorbet
Wine accompaniment:
Merridale winter apple cider
$65.00
With wine accompaniment $89.00
Raincity Grill is located on Denman street in the heart of Vancouver's vibrant West End . visit www.raincitygrill.com or call 604-685-7337
