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Summer Splash at Goldfish Yaletown

July 7th, 2011 admin

Crab Salad Cones

On June 22nd, for the second time, I attended one of the best parties of the season held at Goldfish Kitchen in Yaletown. This was the 2nd Annual Summer Splash an event that raised over $50,000 to support the Vancouver Native Health Society.

Thai Chicken Flatbread

Fried Risotto Balls

Guests were treated throughout the night to cocktails , lots of red and white wine samples from Duckhorn Wines and martinis along with tasty small bites by Chef Scott Pratico. My favourites included the Thai Chicken Flatbread, Pulled Pork Steam Buns, Crab Salad Cones, Fried Risotto Balls, Chocolate Covered Triple Sec stuffed Strawberries and the Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwiches filled with strawberry pannacota.

Doreen Littlejohn, Nurse Coordinator of The Positive Outlook Clinic at VNHS commented: “This is the second year Goldfish Pacific Kitchen’s Summer Splash event has raised a significant sum of money for our organization.  Last year we were able to install two brand new kitchens – this year the money means we will be able to provide even more of the services that are so vital to the 150 people who come through our door each day.”

Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwiches filled with strawberry pannacota

Chocolate Covered Triple Sec stuffed Strawberries

The evening included a bikini fashion show by acclaimed designer Anna Kosturova featuring her beautiful and revealing bikini and swimwear designs and with the support of Sports Illustrated itself, guests were able to leave with a copy of this year’s Swimsuit Edition. A salsa dance performance kept guests entertained – and the live auction featured items such as a specially commissioned painting by Tiko Kerr and a dinner at the Kanke’s water front residence, catered by Goldfish corporate Chef Pratico and hosted by Global BC News anchor Chris Gailus.

Anna Kosturova Bikini Fashion Show

Bikinis by Anna Kosturova

I had a wonderful time at this years’ Summer Splash!

By: Richard Wolak

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Summer Splash at Goldfish June 22

May 24th, 2011 admin

Goldfish Pacific Kitchen heats up for charity swimwear event, Summer Splash

Third Annual Fundraiser to benefit the Vancouver Native Health Society

 

Sports Illustrated – Anna Kosturova (holding glass in centre)

The weather this year might have had you thinking summer would never arrive – but that couldn’t be further from the truth at Yaletown’s Goldfish Pacific Kitchen.  The venue is again hosting their annual Summer Splash event, on Wed, June 22, 2011 from 7 to 9:30pm. This summer beach fashion and cocktail event will benefit the Vancouver Native Health Society (VNHS), a non-profit organization doing much needed work in the Downtown Eastside.

This is one of my favourite events of the year, see my coverage of last years event.

Artist, Tiko Kerr, has donated a canvas painting valued at $6,500 for the event’s live auction; as well, attendees can bid on a coveted chance to dine one-on-one with Mr. and Mrs. Kanke to find out what it is that makes them some of the most successful business owners in Vancouver’s restaurant scene.

Summer Splash features all the necessary trappings for a great summer evening – light refreshments in the form of wine, beer and martinis, delectable appetizers prepared by Executive Chef Curtis Webb of Goldfish Pacific Kitchen, DJ Leanne, professional salsa performances, and the latest trends in swimwear from local designer Anna Kosturova.

“Summer Splash has made its mark on the Vancouver social calendar and it’s a great event that gets everyone talking,” explains Andrea Mestrovic, Goldfish Director of Marketing & Sales. “But we do this for one reason only – to raise funds for the Vancouver Native Health Society.  We hope to keep growing each year, raising the bar and the donations every time.”

Tickets are $75. For more information, please visit www.goldfishkitchen.com, or call 604-689-8318.

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New Dishes Tasting at Goldfish

October 15th, 2010 admin

Yesterday I attended a media tasting at Goldfish Pacific Kitchen to try some of their new menu creations, 90% of the menu is new and this came about due to a new chefs team at the helm. These guys are far from new, both are experienced chefs who were previously in the kitchen at Joe Fortes and many other fine restaurants around the world. This menu is creative and vibrant and it is obvious that Chef Curtis Webb & Chef Ryan Mah know how to create dishes with bold and unique flavours with a little fun thrown in to the mix.

Chef Ryan Mah (l) & Chef Curtis Webb (r)

Here are some of my favourites from the tasting.

Cheeseburger Spring Rolls

Tuna Poke

Jumbo Tiger Prawns

Miso Sablefish

King Crab Tempura

Chef Ryan Mah and the Kurobuta Pork Buns

Lime Kafir Panna Cotta & Cheesecake

Note: The dishes that I tasted were tasting size not regular size as you would order from the menu.

Browse their menu online here

Goldfish Pacific Kitchen is located at 1118 Mainland Street in Yaletown.

By: Richard Wolak

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Summer Splash at Goldfish

June 22nd, 2010 admin

On June 16th I attended one of the best parties of the season held at Goldfish Kitchen in Yaletown. This was the 2nd Annual Summer Splash an event that raised over $35,000 to support the Vancouver Native Health Society.

Searing Scallops

I loved the Vietnamese Coffee that was served to guests as they entered the beautifully decorated room.

Crispy Tofu

Guests were treated throughout the night to cocktails, champagne, lots of red and white wine and tasty small bites by Chef William Tse. My favourites included the Pulled Short Ribs Sliders, Pan Seared Hokkaido Scallops, Kaffir Lime Infused Prawns, Candied Wild BC Sockeye Salmon, Crispy Tofu with Sriracha Chile Jam, Banana Spring Rolls with caramel sauce and the White Chocolate Jasmine Crème Brulee.

White Chocolate Jasmine Crème Brulee

Highlights of the evening include a glamorous bikini fashion show with designs from Sports Illustrated favourite Anna Kosturova, a lively salsa dance performance by the Mambo Hustlers and the evening’s grand live auction item – a painting titled ‘Bright Lights Over Only Seafoods’ donated by Tiko Kerr and valued at $6,500 – sold for an amazing $16,800.

Sports Illustrated - Anna Kosturova (holding glass in centre)

“We are absolutely thrilled with the turnout and grateful for the many generous donations,” says Dotty Kanke, Goldfish owner and philanthropist. “Summer Splash was a huge success, and we thank everyone for their support.”

Nicole Dobernig (left) Catherine Barr (centre), Dawn Chubai (right)

Summer Splash was a smashing success and the photo booth was a stupendous hit!

By: Richard Wolak

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Chefs for Life 2010 at Goldfish

May 20th, 2010 admin

Chef William Tse of Goldfish Pacific Kitchen

On Sunday May 16 Chef William Tse of Golfish Pacific Kitchen hosted the annual fundraiser to benefit the Vancouver Friends for Life Society. Guests paid $350 each to attend this star chef studded event that featured some of the top chefs in the city who prepared an exquisite twelve course sit-down meal.

Chef Frank Pabst of Blue Water Cafe

Chef Robert Belchum (right) of Refuel

At the reception I mingled with a few of the chefs and tasted some of their appetizers including Chef Vikram Vij and his delicious Beef Tartare that was spiced with garam masala; Chef Frank Pabst and his Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese stacks on Pumpernickel crumble which looked like a beautiful garden. Chef Robert Belcham served a charcuterie plate and Chef Ernst Dorfler served a Cheese Ravioli with Truffle oil.

Smoked Salmon Stacks on Pumpernickel by Chef Frank Pabst

Guests were able to bid on fine and rare wines, getaway trips to exotic destinations and more in the silent auction. The event raised $100,000 to support The Vancouver Friends for Life Society’s programs.

By: Richard Wolak

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Summer Splash at Goldfish June 16

May 11th, 2010 admin

Get ready for the 2nd annual swimwear and summer event at Goldfish, with tasty bites from Chef William Tse, live dj, dance performances, fashion show and drinks. Buy your tickets early this event will surely sell out in advance. Check the website at www.GoldfishKitchen.com

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Best Foodie Events of 2009

December 28th, 2009 admin

I went to a lot of different food and wine events during 2009 and these are the standouts of the year.

1) Coast Restaurant Opening party was the best restaurant opening of the year.

2) Ocean Wise Seafood Chowder Chowdown was the most entertaining event at the coolest venue that brought together some of the cities best chefs and restaurants to support a great organization.

http://vancouverfoodster.com/2009/11/26/ocean-wise-seafood-chowder-chowdown/

3)     A Night with Theo Chocolate was the most unique event of the year that brought together foodies and wine connoisseurs.

http://vancouverfoodster.com/2009/11/21/a-night-with-theo-chocolate/

4)     A Night of Don Julio Tequilas was one of the most exciting consumer events that paired great food from the Goldfish Pacific Kitchen chefs.

http://vancouverfoodster.com/2009/11/17/a-night-of-don-julio-tequila/

5)     The Globe in your Glass one of the best wine events that brought together consumers and the twittering wine trade.

http://vancouverfoodster.com/2009/10/29/the-globe-in-your-glass/

6)     Canada’s First Ever Beer Inspired Mixology Competition brought together some of the top Bartenders in the area in competition

http://vancouverfoodster.com/2009/08/18/the-refinery-hosted-the-mixologists-%E2%80%A6/

http://vancouverfoodster.com/2009/08/18/the-refinery-hosted-the-mixologists-part-2/

7)     A Night of Urban Grains at Bishops was one of the most educational menu tasting events at a Vancouver restaurant that brought together some of Vancouver’s foodie media folk and the founders of Urban Grains.

http://vancouverfoodster.com/2009/10/28/a-night-of-urban-grains-at-bishops/

By: Richard Wolak

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A Night of Don Julio Tequila

November 17th, 2009 admin
Making the Spanish Raindrop - Anejo

Making the Spanish Raindrop - Anejo

The Don Julio ‘Height of Craftmanship’ event hosted by Goldfish Pacific Kitchen in Yaletown on November 16 was a great success and a lot of fun. There were stations scattered about the room which offered up Luxury Drops of 3 signature tequilas Blanco, Repasado and Anejo along with the bar featuring a couple of cocktails made with the Don Julio Tequilas. Goldfish chefs had a spectacular set-up of delicious seafood, duck, beef appetizers to pair up with the Tequilas of choice.

Oysters and Duck Gyoza

Oysters and Duck Gyoza

Beef Satay with Chocolate Sauce

Beef Satay with Chocolate Sauce

Highlighting the Don Julio lineup

Highlighting the Don Julio lineup

Don Julio Tequilas

Don Julio Tequilas

I had the opportunity to meet Brian Van Flandern who is the Global Ambassador for Don Julio. World renowned Michelin Three-star mixologist Brian Van Flandern has been a professional bartender in New York City for over 18 years. In 2004 Brian helped open Chef Thomas Keller’s now famous restaurant PER SE as the head mixologist. Applying Chef Keller’s philosophy of flavor profiling to cocktails taught Brian to create well-balanced food friendly cocktails. His recreation of the classic Gin and Tonic (he makes his own tonic water with quinine powder imported from Brazil) has garnered national attention.In 2008 Tanqueray Ten Gin named Brian one of the top ten bartenders in the world and was hired as Diageo’s first ever Global Tequila Ambassador. And in 2009 Travel and Leisure Magazine named Brian one the Top Ten Hotel Bartenders in the World.

Brian Van Flandern - Global Ambassador for Don Julio

Brian Van Flandern - Global Ambassador for Don Julio

A group of us had the opportunity to hear Brian tell us about the company and the Tequilas that are produced, we were able to taste the 1942 which as a bottle would sell for about $144 CAD. Don Julio established the first tequila distillery in 1942 and to commemorate that very special year, they have created Don Julio 1942 a unique and limited edition. Its golden line and perfect clarity is appealing and a testament to its purity. The aroma is sweet and ripe with layers of agave and notes of ripe apple and oak. The taste is smooth, rich and clean with oak and vanilla finish. Don Julio 1942 will appeal to both connoisseurs and collectors of fine tequila.

Slap, Cracker & Drop - Repasado

Slap, Cracker & Drop - Repasado

Dipping Lime in Black Pepper

Dipping Lime in Black Pepper

Goldfish Pacific Kitchen is located at 1118 Mainland Street in Yaletown.

By: Richard Wolak

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