Relais & Châteaux
A Proud Member Since 2000
Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of 475 of the finest hotels and gourmet restaurants in 55 countries.
Lumière has been a proud member of Relais & Châteaux since 2000, and was the first free-standing restaurant in Canada to receive the coveted Relais Gourmands designation.
Daniel Boulud and Dale MacKay are both Grand Chefs Relais & Châteaux - two of just 160 Grand Chefs on five continents - making Lumière a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux establishment.
For more information on the Grand Chef designation, visit our Grand Chefs webpage.
The Relais & Châteaux culture embodies much more than high standards and excellent, consistent quality. The designation represents a way of life and passion for vocation and service, that exists is no other alliance. To travel and experience the world via Relais & Châteaux properties and restaurants is to truly taste life. We invite you then to experience Lumière, and taste all that is good about our beautiful Vancouver.
Bon Appetit!
In April, 2009, Relais & Châteaux British Columbia held an induction event welcoming new member Sonora Resorts. Six Relais & Châteaux chefs headed by Grand Chef Daniel Boulud, worked in the Lumière kitchen to present a once in a lifetime meal to 45 VIP guests. Watch the webisode.
Unique Art de Vivre Since 1954
Established in France in 1954, the Association’s mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character.
Furthermore, Relais & Châteaux is also a family of hoteliers and Grands Chefs from all over the world who share a passion for and a personal commitment to ensuring their guests are privy to moments of exceptional harmony. To choose Relais & Châteaux is to experience an unforgettable celebration of the senses.
From the vineyards in Napa valley to the beaches in Bali, from the olive trees in Provence to the lodges in South Africa, Relais & Châteaux offers a chance to explore the Route du Bonheur and discover a special place in a variety of destinations. The Relais & Châteaux signature reflects this ambition: “ALL AROUND THE WORLD, UNIQUE IN THE WORLD.“
For more information on what it means to be a Relais & Châteaux member, or for information on other Vancouver Relais & Châteaux properties, please contact General Manager Chris González via email or call 604.739.8185.
Grand Chefs Relais and Chateau Daniel Boulud and Dale MacKay, Lumière Restaurant, Vancouver, B.C. Relais & Châteaux is a collection of the most beautiful restaurants and hotels scattered around the world. Savour the acclaimed cuisine of the world's best chefs. Executive Chef Dale MacKay is Western Canada's only Grand Chef Relais and Chateau. Chef Daniel Boulud is one of only 12 Grand Chefs in the Eastern United States. Worldwide, only 160 extraordinary Chefs on five continents, have earned the Grand Chef distinction.