Lumière

January 21, 2010 - Vancouver, BC – Proprietors David and Manjy Sidoo and Daniel Boulud are thrilled to announce that Mr. Chris González has joined their award-winning front of house team as General Manager.  “Chris is an exceptional young man with a sterling reputation in Vancouver’s thriving culinary scene.  We are absolutely elated to have him at the helm as we welcome the world in 2010.”

A consummate professional, Chris joins Lumière and db Bistro Moderne after a two-year tenure as Restaurant Manager at Robson Street’s CinCin Ristorante + Bar.  A graduate of Vancouver’s venerable Top Table restaurant group, Chris brings passion, culinary savvy and gracious hospitality to Lumière and db bistro.  

Chris has long been an active participant in British Columbia’s hospitality arena, serving as General Manager of Yaletown’s Villa del Lupo Restaurant and as a representative of Canadian Winery of the Year Summerhill Estate Winery in Kelowna.  An avid traveler and culinary enthusiast, Chris looks forward to inspiring staff, elevating expectations and delivering memorable Five Diamond Service to compliment the superlative cuisine of Chefs Boulud, MacKay and Istel.  

Chris is also an accomplished food and wine writer whose words have graced the pages of Vancouver Magazine, Georgia Straight, Vancouver City Guide and the Eating & Drinking Guide.  He has also served previously as a judge for Vancouver Magazine’s esteemed Restaurant Awards.  His keen eye, discerning palate and boundless enthusiasm make him a welcome addition to the Lumière and db Bistro Moderne family.

About Lumière & db Bistro Moderne
With its provocative blend of European sophistication, modern French sensibilities and Westcoast innovation, Lumière cuisine speaks a language all its own.  Celebrated New York Chef Daniel Boulud and Executive Chef Dale MacKay have captured the imaginations and palates of fine food lovers from all over the world. Lumière was the first freestanding restaurant in Canada to receive the Relais Gourmand designation, an honor reserved for those who specifically cater to the art of living, quality, refinement and a sense of the exceptional.

At db Bistro Moderne, two exciting culinary traditions embrace at the creative hands of celebrated Chef Daniel Boulud and Chef de Cuisine Stephane Istel.  Traditional French cooking, and the bright flavours of the Pacific Northwest define a critically acclaimed seasonal menu and uptown casual setting in the heart of Kitsilano.   Please visit dbbistro.ca and lumiere.ca

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For more information or to request an interview, please contact Chris González at Lumière & db Bistro Moderne, tel  604.739.7175, or send an email to pressroom@lumiere.ca

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Best fine dining restaurant in Vancouver. Long considered one of Vancouver’s finest dining destinations, Lumière is an eclectic blend of European sophistication and modern French cuisine prepared by Executive Chef Dale MacKay under the guidance of Chef Daniel Boulud. Under Dale MacKay's direction, the cuisine at Lumière has earned AAA’s Five Diamond Award, Four Stars in the Mobil Guide, The Georgia Straights’ award for Best Fine Dining Restaurant and The Vancouver Sun award for Best Restaurant. Dale is Western Canada’s only Grand Chef Relais and Chateaux. Lumière, an unparalleled Canadian dining experience. French dining on West Broadway, Kitsilano, Vancouver, British Columbia.