Dessert from Araxi Restaurant (Photo: John James Sherlock)
WE HOPE YOU’RE HUNGRY….
You all know that Dine Out Vancouver 2011 is just around the corner, literally! You will be able to make your reservations as of January 6 and if you’re following us on twitter, you’ll get a sneak peek on January 5!
As well as the three-course menus at $18, $28 and $38 available at 215 restaurants, there are also a ton of culinary events happening this year. Cooking classes, market tours, a food & wine Ocean Wise event, theatre shows paired with delicious dinners… the list goes on! And don’t forget that you can make a night of it with hotel stays at $68, $98 and $138! Be sure to check out the Dine Out website for information on all events, hotels and restaurants.
(Photo: flickr.com/alex_dobson)
To get you a little more excited (if that’s possible) we have one gift certificate to One Hundred Days at the Opus Hotel valued at $75 to give away to one lucky person out there.
To get your hands on this prize all you need to do is complete the following two steps:
1) Follow @MyVancouver on twitter (this will also get you a Dine Out restaurant sneak peek on Jan 5 before anyone else!)
2) Leave a comment below telling us which restaurant you hope will be part of Dine Out 2011 and why. Don’t forget to please include your @twittername in your comment too.
The winner will be chosen at midday on January 5 and notified by email.
The small print: This gift certificate is not available for use during the Dine Out promotion period.
And the winner is…. VICKY! Check your email inbox for details on how to collect your voucher. Thanks everyone for entering and stay tuned for more Dine Out related information and competitions!
11:29 am
La Terrazza would be my choice because it has the ambience of a restaurant in Rome with old world charm and furnishings straight out of Europe. The food is so esquisite as they master the art of fine cuisine making it so inducive to stimulating conversation with friends and loved ones.
12:19 pm
I would choose Prestons as the food is superb and not too many people know about this place yet!
12:20 pm
I hope Glowbal is part of Dine Out – I love their food and like any excuse to go there for dinner!
12:50 pm
I’d like to try Goldfish Pacific Kitchen during Dine Out.
@dilaralit
12:51 pm
O’Douls. Consistently good service, food and music everytime I go for DineOut!
12:52 pm
I hope that Social will be part of Dine Out because I need to go eat there :-)
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12:53 pm
@vicandalbie
Vij’s would be great! Their have super yummy food, a nice wine list and a cozy atmosphere. The back room waiting area with drinks and nibbles is always a draw too. ;)
12:56 pm
I would suggest GRUB. Delicious, creative and very Vancouver. @tiffanykalanj
1:00 pm
I would love to get a chance to visit Coast duting dine out!
@xMC24x
1:02 pm
It would be great if Le Faux Bourgeois participated in Dine Out.
@ef4ervescent
1:09 pm
I would like to recommend Lolita’s on Davie street.
It’s a trendy, yet cozy mexican restaurant with amazing food and a great wine selection. The atmosphere alone is worth the visit.
1:09 pm
Miku restaurant because it’s amazing :)
@chubbychick
1:12 pm
I’ve heard great things about Vij’s and would love to go sometime!
1:21 pm
Would like to try MacLeans out @flipnfunny
1:29 pm
One Hundred Days is top of the list, have yet to experience it. Also love the South Granville restaurants, specifically West, Ouisi Bistro and Red Door.
@lizsperandeo
1:55 pm
@TheOneMichael
I hope Bishop’s on on the list this year!
2:03 pm
La Terrazza, ’cause I miss Mediterranean food.
2:17 pm
I’d love to try Steamworks. I’ve heard good things about this restaurant and have never found the time to go. Dine Out is the perfect excuse/reason!
2:17 pm
I’d love to try Steamworks. I’ve heard good things about this restaurant and have never found the time to go. Dine Out is the perfect excuse/reason!
@stephunky
2:34 pm
Looking for Five Sails since it’d be a great opportunity to try the restaurant, especially since my wife has heard it is one of the best rated restaurants in Vancouver.
@TheRealPomax
2:37 pm
I would love to see West Restaurant make it on this year’s list!!! @michellejlam
3:33 pm
I would totally do West because it sells out every single year… so quickly!
@CeciliaLu
4:07 pm
I agree with Lawrence about Les Faux ….. would also like to see Bao Bei !
@barbwv
4:37 pm
I hope that Cobre is on the list this week. The food is amazing, the atmosphere is fun and the service is superb!
@snupe
5:38 pm
Bin 942! And here’s hoping for more vegetarian selections at all the restaurants this year. We veggies like to go out with our non-veg friends…
@ckjnewberry
12:44 am
I say the cornersuite bistro de luxe cuz it’s better than a boyfriend. Holds your purse for you while you eat. Booyah @vancouverhoney
3:25 am
Hope that One Hundred Days can be part of Dine Out 2011. Never been to this restaurant before and would like to try it out (@ bonchance2010).
3:53 am
I’d like to see Montri’s Thai Restaurant on the list – have heard good reviews that it offers some of the best Thai cuisine around.
@tikigirl2010
11:49 am
I would love to try Society.
@mariab76
2:16 am
I wish Guu will be part of Dine Out 2011 because more people needs to know how awesome it is!
@kkahme
3:46 am
I wish C restaurant will be on the dine out 2011 list. Havent been there before and I’m looking forward to try their menu. @vickycga
9:11 am
I’d love Hapa Izakaya to be part of Dine Out 2011 because the ambience is great, the food is delicious and the drinks are unique!
9:12 am
I’d love Hapa Izakaya to be part of Dine Out 2011 because the ambience is great, the food is delicious and the drinks are unique! @vanna_thai
4:12 pm
I’d like to see Kamei Japanese restaurent on the list since it provides fansy sushi and sashimi rolls that you can not find in anyothet sushi restaurants. @alirezab30
6:10 pm
I hope miku is part of it. I heard really good things about it!
@illuminae
6:32 pm
Gorilla Food on Richards Street (near Cordova). I wish this place could expand, they have fantastic food. I would recommend trying their desserts especially the carrot cake !
@Mistigri007
9:54 pm
Would love to try one of the Bin restaurants. @rcvan
12:24 am
I would LOVE to see Cork & Fin on the Dine Out list! Have been dying to try this place out but haven’t had the time so this could give me the kick I need. I always make time every year for Dine Out! I’ve been waiting anxiously for the 5th to arrive so I can start planning my Dine Out schedule :)
@KatherineKW
2:24 am
I would like to see Monk McQueens as part of Dine Out because it seems like a cool restaurant and I’ve never been there for dinner.
@greenurlifenow
7:15 am
Vij’s … would love to try Indian food in a three-course setup. Would especially like to see how they introduce Indian dessert which is not as popular with North Americans as the rest of Indian cuisine.
11:42 am
I would love to see Gotham’s on the list… their steaks are so yummy!
@jadersyo
1:28 pm
I would love to see Sandbar on Granville Island is one of the participating restaurants. I love their food and the view is great :) @jeremyaub
1:30 pm
One Hundred Days is one of the restaurants I have been waiting to try out! Such a great concept and I have heard great reviews of the place. @jbinvan
2:46 pm
I’d love for Salmon House on the Hill to be part of Dine Out – their food is sublime @bibliosmartgirl
4:37 pm
Corner Suite Bistro Deluxe is a great restaurant. I think they have a fantastic diverse menu. I would love to try them out. @kbeleznay
10:38 pm
West because I’ve never tried it but it’s my friend’s favourite. @cbwmac
10:42 am
hoping to see Lumiere back in DOV.. or DB Bistro! :)
@vikkiwkl
3:11 pm
I’m hoping West will be on there!
@emmalawson
4:28 pm
The Boathouse – Kistilano.
@livlake
6:14 pm
Lumiere :) Best lamb in town!! Plus an awesome wine list…@carolsanchez28
12:30 am
I hope Vij’s is part of the list. They always have great food!
I also like the Pear Tree, a french cuisine restaurant in the heart of Burnaby, the Heights area. It’s owned by a family, but their food is simply delicious!
12:30 am
@holy_n_heavenly
11:42 am
@thegiveawaydiva
I would love to see coast! I love their crab cakes!!!