Despite his very English name (thanks, Dad!), John Blakely celebrates his true French roots (thanks, Maman!) with the opening of Le Parisien at Denman and Robson. With its classic French bistro menu cassoulet, boudin noir, moules et frites, omelettes, croque monsieur the restaurant has been pulling in crowds who couldnt wait for him to bring a taste of his Bistro Pastis downtown. Joining Blakely, at left, on opening night, April 5, were general manager Geraldine Daugy and executive chef Tobias Grignon.
And more French flair... Bistrot Bistros 1st feast on 4th is from April 13 to 22. Owners Valerie and Laurent Devin will be offering nearly the entire BB menu for $32 for a three-course menu or $28 for a two-course menu. (1961 W. 4th, 604-732-0004, )
Two Chefs and a Tables popular Wine Drinker Dinner series returns April 18 with a five-course dinner featuring the Artisan Collection of Sirens Call wines (.). On the menu are pan-seared Qualicum scallops with Sirens Call Viognier, spinach salad paired with a rosé, grilled herbed Fraser Valley Lamb satay with minted apple salsa paired with Sirens Call Pinot Noir, roast Berkshire pork belly, seedy mustard sauce, new potatoes, kale, and carrots paired with Sirens Call Merlot and a international cheese plate and Callebaut chocolate truffles paired with Sirens Call Harmonious. Artisan Groups Mark Simpson will be on hand to discuss the wines. Cost is $75 pp. For reservationscall 778-233-1303 or email [email protected].
