Chef returns to Diva with creative approach to Cascadian cuisine and ready to nurture a new generation in the kitchen
www.divamet.com
September 6, 2011; Vancouver, B.C. – The Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is thrilled to welcome Chef Hamid Salimian back into the fold in the role of Executive Chef. Known for his contemporary, creative approach to cuisine, Chef Salimian will be heading the hotel’s kitchen team, taking on the leadership of the property’s entire culinary program, including Diva at the Met restaurant, banquets, room service and off-site catering.
A true example of the hotel’s commitment to training and mentorship, Chef Salimian spent five years at Diva at the Met earlier in his career, learning from and training under some of the esteemed chefs that have called the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver home, including Chris Mills, Scott Baechler, Ray Henry and Thomas Haas.
“It’s an honour to come back to the Metropolitan in the role of Executive Chef,” says Chef Salimian. “Not only has this hotel been at the forefront of innovative, locally-inspired and sourced cuisine, it’s also played a huge role in the careers of some of this country’s very best chefs. I was lucky enough to work under some of those chefs, and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to play a part in inspiring a new generation of cooks in the Diva kitchen.”
Chef Salimian has worked in some of British Columbia’s most highly regarded kitchens, starting with his apprenticeship at Vancouver’s Sutton Place Hotel, where he was named Apprentice of the Year in 2002. He was also Executive Sous Chef at The Westin Bear Mountain Victoria, and most recently was the opening Executive Chef at the Westin Wall Centre, Richmond.
Chef Salimian leads a kitchen team that includes a number of rising-stars on Vancouver’s culinary horizon. His team includes Senior Sous Chef Romeo Bartyuk, who joined the property in 2008 after working his way up through some of the city’s most acclaimed hotel culinary teams; and Sous Chef Jeff Kang, who came to the Metropolitan from C Restaurant in 2010 and earlier this year won the Fetzer Great Beginnings Appetizer and Wine Challenge at the 2011 Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival.
Diva at the Met has recently welcomed new restaurant manager and sommelier, Corey Bauldry, who leads Diva’s front-of-house team and is responsible for the restaurant’s wine program. Most recently at DB Bistro Moderne, Bauldry combines both a passion for food and wine, with a talent for hospitality and service. His passion and knowledge is evident in both the training Diva’s service team, and shared with guests offering a unique and memorable dining experience.
This year marks Diva at the Met’s 15th anniversary. In recognition of the occasion and the restaurant’s influential role in Vancouver’s culinary progression, the Div[a]ine Evolution event was held on March 10, 2011, bringing back all of the restaurant’s former executive chefs for a dinner to celebrate Diva at the Met’s culinary journey, and the impact Diva has had on the city’s dining scene through mentoring a generation of young chefs.
About Metropolitan Hotels
Metropolitan Hotels operates three luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the SoHo Metropolitan and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 750 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan Hotels strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver).
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Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Monday, June 27, 2011
Out-standing! Metropolitan Vancouver welcomes Outgames and Pride
Hotel offers a luxury accommodation package for those attending festivities around North American Outgames and Vancouver Pride Week
www.metropolitan.com
June 27, 2011; Vancouver, B.C. – Visitors coming to Vancouver for the upcoming North American Outgames and Vancouver Pride Parade & Festival this summer can look forward to hotel accommodations as fabulous as they are! Located right downtown and just a block from the parade route, the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is offering a package allowing guests easy access to celebrations, and luxury rooms to relax and revive in style.
From July 25 through 31, GLBT visitors will flock to Vancouver to take part in the 2nd North American Outgames, organized by the Gay and Lesbian International Sports Association, as well as the annual Vancouver Pride Parade & Festival. Guests choosing to stay at the Metropolitan will not only be within walking distance of sporting events, parties, cruises and the parade, they’ll also be right in the middle of the city’s fantastic dining, shopping and sightseeing. The Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is both TAG Approved as a gay-friendly hotel, and a member of the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA).
The “Outgames and Pride Week at the Met” package includes
- Accommodation in a deluxe guest room
- Full Canadian breakfast for two at Diva at the Met restaurant
- Chef Dang’s special rainbow macaroons
- Complimentary valet parking
Priced from $275 (plus applicable taxes, based on double occupancy), the package is available from July 22 to August 1. For reservations, please visit the website at www.metropolitan.com/packages or call toll-free 1-800-667-2300.
About Metropolitan Hotels
Metropolitan Hotels operates three luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 750 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan Hotels strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
www.metropolitan.com
June 27, 2011; Vancouver, B.C. – Visitors coming to Vancouver for the upcoming North American Outgames and Vancouver Pride Parade & Festival this summer can look forward to hotel accommodations as fabulous as they are! Located right downtown and just a block from the parade route, the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is offering a package allowing guests easy access to celebrations, and luxury rooms to relax and revive in style.
From July 25 through 31, GLBT visitors will flock to Vancouver to take part in the 2nd North American Outgames, organized by the Gay and Lesbian International Sports Association, as well as the annual Vancouver Pride Parade & Festival. Guests choosing to stay at the Metropolitan will not only be within walking distance of sporting events, parties, cruises and the parade, they’ll also be right in the middle of the city’s fantastic dining, shopping and sightseeing. The Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is both TAG Approved as a gay-friendly hotel, and a member of the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA).
The “Outgames and Pride Week at the Met” package includes
- Accommodation in a deluxe guest room
- Full Canadian breakfast for two at Diva at the Met restaurant
- Chef Dang’s special rainbow macaroons
- Complimentary valet parking
Priced from $275 (plus applicable taxes, based on double occupancy), the package is available from July 22 to August 1. For reservations, please visit the website at www.metropolitan.com/packages or call toll-free 1-800-667-2300.
About Metropolitan Hotels
Metropolitan Hotels operates three luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 750 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan Hotels strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
New package at Metropolitan Vancouver gets visitors up and running
“Runner’s High” is perfect for casual joggers through to those participating in organized runs
www.metropolitan.com
March 23, 2011; Vancouver, B.C. - With year-round mild weather and some of the world’s most scenic jogging paths, Vancouver is a favourite destination for runners. In recognition of this, the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver has launched the new “Runner’s High” package to help visiting runners get out and explore the city, and support those in town to participate in one of Vancouver’s organized runs.
Located right in the centre of the city, Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is close to many of the city’s most popular running routes, including the sea wall, Stanley Park trails and the parks along False Creek. Whether guests are just interested in a casual jog around the city, or are in Vancouver to take part in organized runs such as the Vancouver Sun Run, the BMO Vancouver Marathon and the Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon, the new package gives runners the tools they need to make the most of their visit.
Guests will check in to a deluxe room, and receive a special runner’s welcome kit which includes local area running maps, the latest issue of Running magazine and a 10% discount card for the New Balance store on nearby Robson Street. Take a leisurely afternoon run before coming back to the hotel to enjoy the property’s well-appointed fitness centre complete with pool, sauna and cardio/weight room.
In the evening, guests will head down to dinner at the hotel’s renowned Diva at the Met restaurant for special carb-loading dinner, specially created by Chef Quang Dang. A combination of healthy, fresh flavours and energy-fueling carbohydrates, diners can start with dishes such as beetroot salad with shaved apples and tarragon yogurt dressing, before moving onto mains such as the slow poached sockeye salmon with English pea agnolotti, charred scallions and citrus vinaigrette. Then finish up with a light and healthy dessert, such as the house-made muesli bar with fresh squeezed orange “soda”, before settling in for a night of rest on Frette linens. On race day, enjoy a post-run soak in the hot tub to ease aching muscles, and a guaranteed late check-out.
The “Runner’s High” package includes
- Accommodations for two in a deluxe room
- Late check-out guaranteed
- Runner’s welcome kit in your guestroom
- Complimentary valet parking
- Three course CARB Dinner for two in Diva at the Met (excludes beverages, alcohol and taxes)
Priced from $215 (plus applicable taxes, based on double occupancy), the package is available on an ongoing basis throughout the year (blackout dates apply). For reservations, please visit the website at www.metropolitan.com/packages or call toll-free 1-800-667-2300.
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
www.metropolitan.com
March 23, 2011; Vancouver, B.C. - With year-round mild weather and some of the world’s most scenic jogging paths, Vancouver is a favourite destination for runners. In recognition of this, the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver has launched the new “Runner’s High” package to help visiting runners get out and explore the city, and support those in town to participate in one of Vancouver’s organized runs.
Located right in the centre of the city, Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is close to many of the city’s most popular running routes, including the sea wall, Stanley Park trails and the parks along False Creek. Whether guests are just interested in a casual jog around the city, or are in Vancouver to take part in organized runs such as the Vancouver Sun Run, the BMO Vancouver Marathon and the Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon, the new package gives runners the tools they need to make the most of their visit.
Guests will check in to a deluxe room, and receive a special runner’s welcome kit which includes local area running maps, the latest issue of Running magazine and a 10% discount card for the New Balance store on nearby Robson Street. Take a leisurely afternoon run before coming back to the hotel to enjoy the property’s well-appointed fitness centre complete with pool, sauna and cardio/weight room.
In the evening, guests will head down to dinner at the hotel’s renowned Diva at the Met restaurant for special carb-loading dinner, specially created by Chef Quang Dang. A combination of healthy, fresh flavours and energy-fueling carbohydrates, diners can start with dishes such as beetroot salad with shaved apples and tarragon yogurt dressing, before moving onto mains such as the slow poached sockeye salmon with English pea agnolotti, charred scallions and citrus vinaigrette. Then finish up with a light and healthy dessert, such as the house-made muesli bar with fresh squeezed orange “soda”, before settling in for a night of rest on Frette linens. On race day, enjoy a post-run soak in the hot tub to ease aching muscles, and a guaranteed late check-out.
The “Runner’s High” package includes
- Accommodations for two in a deluxe room
- Late check-out guaranteed
- Runner’s welcome kit in your guestroom
- Complimentary valet parking
- Three course CARB Dinner for two in Diva at the Met (excludes beverages, alcohol and taxes)
Priced from $215 (plus applicable taxes, based on double occupancy), the package is available on an ongoing basis throughout the year (blackout dates apply). For reservations, please visit the website at www.metropolitan.com/packages or call toll-free 1-800-667-2300.
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
Monday, February 14, 2011
Div[a]ine Evolution event marks 15 years of Diva's culinary journey
March 10th dinner brings back former chefs for one night to celebrate the restaurant’s impact
on the city’s dining scene through innovation and mentorship
www.divamet.com
February 14, 2011; Vancouver, B.C. - On March 10, several noted Canadian chefs will return to Diva at the Met for one night: Div[a]ine Evolution. The extraordinary event will bring back all of the restaurant’s former executive chefs for a dinner that celebrates Diva’s culinary journey, and the impact the restaurant has had on the city’s dining scene through mentoring a generation of young chefs. Appropriately, proceeds from the event will go to Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver.
Opening chef Michael Noble, Scott Baechler, Chris Mills, Ray Henry, and Dino Renaerts will join forces with current executive chef Quang Dang to create a special seven-course menu for the dinner. Former Executive Pastry Chef Thomas Haas will be responsible for the dessert course, while former restaurant chef Andrew Springett will be responsible for canapés served during the reception prior to dinner. As a further nod to the restaurant’s past, Diva’s original restaurant manager, John Blakeley will be back on the floor welcoming guests as they arrive. Master of Ceremonies for the evening will be CTV’s Coleen Christie.
“Both Diva and Vancouver’s restaurant scene have grown a lot since we opened the restaurant in 1996,” says Metropolitan Hotels President, Henry Wu. “The Metropolitan Hotel has always been known for its strong apprenticeship and mentoring program, and through that, we’ve had the pleasure of working with many talented chefs who have now spread out into the city’s strong restaurant scene and across the country. With the Div[a]ine Evolution event, we want to celebrate both where Diva has come from, and where we’re going.”
Tickets for Div[a]ine Evolution are $280 per person plus taxes, including a pre-dinner reception, seven-course dinner, all wine pairings, entertainment and gratuities, with net proceeds of ticket sales going to Big Brothers of Great Vancouver. A silent auction benefiting the charity will also be held during the reception.
Tickets are available now by calling 604.602.7759. Guests attending the dinner who wish to stay overnight can book a room at the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver at a special rate of $145, plus applicable taxes by calling 604.643.7261.
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
on the city’s dining scene through innovation and mentorship
www.divamet.com
February 14, 2011; Vancouver, B.C. - On March 10, several noted Canadian chefs will return to Diva at the Met for one night: Div[a]ine Evolution. The extraordinary event will bring back all of the restaurant’s former executive chefs for a dinner that celebrates Diva’s culinary journey, and the impact the restaurant has had on the city’s dining scene through mentoring a generation of young chefs. Appropriately, proceeds from the event will go to Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver.
Opening chef Michael Noble, Scott Baechler, Chris Mills, Ray Henry, and Dino Renaerts will join forces with current executive chef Quang Dang to create a special seven-course menu for the dinner. Former Executive Pastry Chef Thomas Haas will be responsible for the dessert course, while former restaurant chef Andrew Springett will be responsible for canapés served during the reception prior to dinner. As a further nod to the restaurant’s past, Diva’s original restaurant manager, John Blakeley will be back on the floor welcoming guests as they arrive. Master of Ceremonies for the evening will be CTV’s Coleen Christie.
“Both Diva and Vancouver’s restaurant scene have grown a lot since we opened the restaurant in 1996,” says Metropolitan Hotels President, Henry Wu. “The Metropolitan Hotel has always been known for its strong apprenticeship and mentoring program, and through that, we’ve had the pleasure of working with many talented chefs who have now spread out into the city’s strong restaurant scene and across the country. With the Div[a]ine Evolution event, we want to celebrate both where Diva has come from, and where we’re going.”
Tickets for Div[a]ine Evolution are $280 per person plus taxes, including a pre-dinner reception, seven-course dinner, all wine pairings, entertainment and gratuities, with net proceeds of ticket sales going to Big Brothers of Great Vancouver. A silent auction benefiting the charity will also be held during the reception.
Tickets are available now by calling 604.602.7759. Guests attending the dinner who wish to stay overnight can book a room at the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver at a special rate of $145, plus applicable taxes by calling 604.643.7261.
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Celebrate Valentine's weekend with decadent dining at Diva
Special romantic menu is available for four nights – combine it with an overnight stay at the Metropolitan Hotel for the ultimate in romance
www.divamet.com
January 19, 2011; Vancouver, B.C. – Why limit celebrating your love to just the one day? Diva at the Met will offer a Valentine’s Weekend menu available over four nights, Friday, February 11 through Monday, February 14. Couples looking to truly indulge can upgrade their experience with the “Be Mine at the Met” package for a luxurious overnight stay at the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver.
Show the apple of your eye just how much they mean to you over a decadent four-course dinner created by Chef Dang – just $70 per person (exclusive of taxes and gratuities). The menu showcases the clean, contemporary Cascadian cuisine that Diva is known for, while offering a decadent experience for the senses. Options on the menu include herb crusted albacore tuna with Israeli cous cous and roasted red peppers, crispy skin sablefish with citrus and fennel salad, cinnamon smoked duck breast with lapin cherry sauce, and red wine crusted AAA beef tenderloin with Yukon gold potato fondant and celeriac. For the full menu, please click here.
A la carte dining will also be available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, with Monday night only offering the set menu. To create the ultimate in romance, the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is offering a package the “Be Mine at the Met” package, including:
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
www.divamet.com
January 19, 2011; Vancouver, B.C. – Why limit celebrating your love to just the one day? Diva at the Met will offer a Valentine’s Weekend menu available over four nights, Friday, February 11 through Monday, February 14. Couples looking to truly indulge can upgrade their experience with the “Be Mine at the Met” package for a luxurious overnight stay at the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver.
Show the apple of your eye just how much they mean to you over a decadent four-course dinner created by Chef Dang – just $70 per person (exclusive of taxes and gratuities). The menu showcases the clean, contemporary Cascadian cuisine that Diva is known for, while offering a decadent experience for the senses. Options on the menu include herb crusted albacore tuna with Israeli cous cous and roasted red peppers, crispy skin sablefish with citrus and fennel salad, cinnamon smoked duck breast with lapin cherry sauce, and red wine crusted AAA beef tenderloin with Yukon gold potato fondant and celeriac. For the full menu, please click here.
A la carte dining will also be available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, with Monday night only offering the set menu. To create the ultimate in romance, the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is offering a package the “Be Mine at the Met” package, including:
- One night’s accommodation with an upgrade to a Luxury room
- A bottle of sparkling wine in your room
- Early check-in and late check-out
- Complimentary valet parking
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Diva offers three Cascadian courses for just $38
Make a night of it during Dine Out Vancouver and combine dinner with an overnight stay at the Metropolitan for an evening of outstanding value
www.divamet.com
January 6, 2011; Vancouver, B.C. – From January 24 to February 6, Vancouver diners can enjoy a three-course dinner at Diva at the Met for just $38! The special menu, created by Chef Quang Dang for the Dine Out Vancouver promotion, includes the indulgent and sophisticated Cascadian cuisine expected at Diva, with options such as Crispy Fraser Valley Pork Belly, a Duo of Yarrow Meadows Duck, and Pan Roasted Fraser River Sockeye Salmon. BC VQA wine pairings will be available with each menu choice for an additional cost.
“For Diva at the Met, the Dine Out Vancouver promotion gives us the opportunity to introduce new restaurant guests to our signature cuisine at a great price-point,” says Chef Quang Dang. “For those already familiar with Diva, we invite them to come and treat themselves without the need for a special occasion.”
Dine Out Vancouver reservations are now open and can be made either online through www.divamet.com, or by calling the restaurant at 604.602.7788.
| First Course Gala Apple & Endive Salad ~ or ~ Creamy Mushroom Soup ~ or ~ Crispy Fraser Valley Pork Belly
| Main Course Yukon Gold Potato & Leek Cannelloni ~ or ~ Pan Roasted Fraser River Sockeye Salmon ~ or ~ Duo of Yarrow Meadows Duck | Dessert Passion Fruit Mousse Cake ~ or ~ Dark Chocolate Sponge Cake
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To encourage diners to make a night of it, during Dine Out Vancouver, the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is offering a stay in one of their Luxury rooms at a rate of just $138 per night. The rate is based on double occupancy and is available January 24 – February 6. For reservations, please visit Tourism Vancouver’s website here.
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Metropolitan Hotels offer choices for Christmas and New Year
Diverse entertaining options are available at some of Canada’s best restaurants including Vancouver’s Diva at the Met
www.metropolitan.com/xmas2010.htm
December 8, 2010; Vancouver, B.C. – This winter, the renowned chefs of Metropolitan Hotels want guests to entertain stress-free by leaving the shopping, cooking and cleaning to them. That’s why each Metropolitan restaurant has offered holiday dining options that play to each chef and restaurant’s strengths and unique style.
“The holidays is the season for celebration and spending time with family and friends,” says Caroline Neish, corporate director of food and beverage for Metropolitan Hotels. “By offering a variety of spectacular and yet value-driven choices for our customers, we hope that everyone can focus on enjoying his or her holidays with what is most important.”
Diva at the Met’s Chef Quang Dang has created menus for each special day of the season, with sumptuous dishes ranging from a more traditional butter-poached turkey breast, through to true Cascadian options such as Vancouver Island scallops with a duck “pho” broth. As is now tradition, Lai Wah Heen’s lineup includes its sumptuous New Year’s Day buffet that combines traditional Chinese classics like Peking Duck and abalone with international favourites such as Roast Prime Rib and sushi. Hemispheres Restaurant is already running its Christmas around the World Luncheon menu. Lai Toh Heen is planning a reprise of its successful Christmas and New Year’s Eve dinners. Senses Restaurant will feature the luscious libation of Champagne to anchor its offerings. And Habitat Restaurant, the newest Metropolitan restaurant, also plans to be the focus of celebrations in Canmore with special dinners and its Twelve Days of Christmas festivities.
The entire range of Christmas and New Year’s special events can be found at www.metropolitan.com/xmas2010.htm.
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
www.metropolitan.com/xmas2010.htm
December 8, 2010; Vancouver, B.C. – This winter, the renowned chefs of Metropolitan Hotels want guests to entertain stress-free by leaving the shopping, cooking and cleaning to them. That’s why each Metropolitan restaurant has offered holiday dining options that play to each chef and restaurant’s strengths and unique style.
“The holidays is the season for celebration and spending time with family and friends,” says Caroline Neish, corporate director of food and beverage for Metropolitan Hotels. “By offering a variety of spectacular and yet value-driven choices for our customers, we hope that everyone can focus on enjoying his or her holidays with what is most important.”
Diva at the Met’s Chef Quang Dang has created menus for each special day of the season, with sumptuous dishes ranging from a more traditional butter-poached turkey breast, through to true Cascadian options such as Vancouver Island scallops with a duck “pho” broth. As is now tradition, Lai Wah Heen’s lineup includes its sumptuous New Year’s Day buffet that combines traditional Chinese classics like Peking Duck and abalone with international favourites such as Roast Prime Rib and sushi. Hemispheres Restaurant is already running its Christmas around the World Luncheon menu. Lai Toh Heen is planning a reprise of its successful Christmas and New Year’s Eve dinners. Senses Restaurant will feature the luscious libation of Champagne to anchor its offerings. And Habitat Restaurant, the newest Metropolitan restaurant, also plans to be the focus of celebrations in Canmore with special dinners and its Twelve Days of Christmas festivities.
The entire range of Christmas and New Year’s special events can be found at www.metropolitan.com/xmas2010.htm.
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Metropolitan Vancouver holiday parties: festive, stylish & stress-free!
Book your holiday celebration now for the chance to win a Beringer Napa Valley luxury getaway
www.metropolitan.com
November 2, 2010; Vancouver, B.C. – The Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is taking the work out of planning corporate holiday parties this year, with stylish, festive, and most importantly, stress-free options. Better yet, those booking their seasonal corporate or client event at the Met will be entered to win the ultimate holiday gift: a luxury Napa Valley getaway for two people, compliments of Beringer Vineyards.
For an all-inclusive price, starting at just $82 per person including wine, corporate groups can get together to celebrate with wonderful food, wine, holiday spirit and fun, toasting the season and the new year ahead. Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver’s worry-free, all-inclusive price includes:
For more information and bookings, contact Lee-Ann Gin, Catering Sales Manager, at 604.643.7253 or lgin@metropolitan.com.
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
www.metropolitan.com
November 2, 2010; Vancouver, B.C. – The Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is taking the work out of planning corporate holiday parties this year, with stylish, festive, and most importantly, stress-free options. Better yet, those booking their seasonal corporate or client event at the Met will be entered to win the ultimate holiday gift: a luxury Napa Valley getaway for two people, compliments of Beringer Vineyards.
For an all-inclusive price, starting at just $82 per person including wine, corporate groups can get together to celebrate with wonderful food, wine, holiday spirit and fun, toasting the season and the new year ahead. Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver’s worry-free, all-inclusive price includes:
- Festive menu options;
- Two glasses of Beringer wine per guest;
- Stylish holiday décor and room set-up;
- The assistance of expert event planners to help at every step of the way;
- A special overnight rate at the hotel with complimentary upgrade to a Junior Suite – starting at $149, based on double occupancy.
For more information and bookings, contact Lee-Ann Gin, Catering Sales Manager, at 604.643.7253 or lgin@metropolitan.com.
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
Friday, October 22, 2010
Make Fresh Tracks during your stay in Vancouver with new Met package
“Fresh Tracks” gives you the best of the city with a mountain snowshoeing adventure
www.metropolitan.com
October 21, 2010; Vancouver, B.C. – Why choose between the mountains or the city, when you can enjoy both in the one day? The Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver's new “Fresh Tracks” winter package combines the luxury of a city stay with a snowshoeing adventure high up on Grouse Mountain, overlooking the city.
Located right in the centre of the city, Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is perfectly situated for a stay in the city, exploring the nightlife, shopping, arts and culture. Spend one day exploring the Vancouver Art Gallery, just one block from the hotel and then perhaps indulge in some Robson Street shopping. Enjoy Vancouver’s renowned dining scene and take in a performance at one of the city’s many theatres and live venues. The next day, get in your luxury ride and head up to Grouse Mountain to enjoy a guided snowshoeing tour followed by a fondue dinner at Altitudes Bistro. Head back down the mountain and enjoy a night cap at Diva at the Met in your hotel.
The “Fresh Tracks” package includes
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
www.metropolitan.com
October 21, 2010; Vancouver, B.C. – Why choose between the mountains or the city, when you can enjoy both in the one day? The Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver's new “Fresh Tracks” winter package combines the luxury of a city stay with a snowshoeing adventure high up on Grouse Mountain, overlooking the city.
Located right in the centre of the city, Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is perfectly situated for a stay in the city, exploring the nightlife, shopping, arts and culture. Spend one day exploring the Vancouver Art Gallery, just one block from the hotel and then perhaps indulge in some Robson Street shopping. Enjoy Vancouver’s renowned dining scene and take in a performance at one of the city’s many theatres and live venues. The next day, get in your luxury ride and head up to Grouse Mountain to enjoy a guided snowshoeing tour followed by a fondue dinner at Altitudes Bistro. Head back down the mountain and enjoy a night cap at Diva at the Met in your hotel.
The “Fresh Tracks” package includes
- Two nights’ accommodation in a Luxury room
- Breakfast for two at Diva at the Met restaurant
- Grouse Mountain’s “Snowshoe Fondue” tour for two people, including an hour-long guided snowshoe tour as part of a group, followed by three types of fondue in Altitudes Bistro
- Luxury transfers to and from Grouse Mountain
- A night-cap in the lounge at Diva at the Met for two
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Diva Thanksgiving takes you out of the kitchen and back to the table
Special Thanksgiving menu and hotel package lets you focus on family and friends instead of the oven
www.divamet.com
September 29, 2010; Vancouver, B.C. – This Thanksgiving, swap the apron for a linen napkin and let Diva at the Met take care of the cooking. Chef Quang Dang has created a special holiday menu that pays tribute to the seasonal harvest and provides the perfect complement to the company of family and friends.
The three-course menu is available for dinner from Friday, October 8 through to Sunday, October 10 inclusive and is priced at $45 per person exclusive of tax and gratuity. Specially chosen wine pairings for each of the courses are also available at extra cost.
“Thanksgiving falls right in the middle of the autumn harvest,” said Chef Dang. “Here in the Cascadian region, we have a lot to be thankful for when it comes to our dinner plates and this menu is all about celebrating that bounty.”
To create the perfect stress-free Thanksgiving, Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is offering a package combining Diva’s Thanksgiving feast with an overnight stay. The “Thanksgiving Feast @ The Met” package includes:
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
www.divamet.com
September 29, 2010; Vancouver, B.C. – This Thanksgiving, swap the apron for a linen napkin and let Diva at the Met take care of the cooking. Chef Quang Dang has created a special holiday menu that pays tribute to the seasonal harvest and provides the perfect complement to the company of family and friends.
The three-course menu is available for dinner from Friday, October 8 through to Sunday, October 10 inclusive and is priced at $45 per person exclusive of tax and gratuity. Specially chosen wine pairings for each of the courses are also available at extra cost.
Appetizer
Red kuri squash soup
seared Vancouver Island scallops, honey crème fraiche
Suggested wine pairing: Muse Winery, Ortega, 2009, Vancouver Island, BC
Main Course
Fraser Valley “turducken” (turkey wrapped around duck wrapped around chicken)
hazelnut & sage stuffing, glazed brussels sprouts with bacon, cranberry jus
Suggested wine pairing: Desert Hills, Gamay Noir, 2008, Okanagan, BC
Dessert
Apple & pecan brioche bread pudding
with spiced apple cream tarts, house made apple cider
Suggested wine pairing: Cedar Creek "M", 2005, Okanagan, BC
Red kuri squash soup
seared Vancouver Island scallops, honey crème fraiche
Suggested wine pairing: Muse Winery, Ortega, 2009, Vancouver Island, BC
Main Course
Fraser Valley “turducken” (turkey wrapped around duck wrapped around chicken)
hazelnut & sage stuffing, glazed brussels sprouts with bacon, cranberry jus
Suggested wine pairing: Desert Hills, Gamay Noir, 2008, Okanagan, BC
Dessert
Apple & pecan brioche bread pudding
with spiced apple cream tarts, house made apple cider
Suggested wine pairing: Cedar Creek "M", 2005, Okanagan, BC
“Thanksgiving falls right in the middle of the autumn harvest,” said Chef Dang. “Here in the Cascadian region, we have a lot to be thankful for when it comes to our dinner plates and this menu is all about celebrating that bounty.”
To create the perfect stress-free Thanksgiving, Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is offering a package combining Diva’s Thanksgiving feast with an overnight stay. The “Thanksgiving Feast @ The Met” package includes:
- Thanksgiving dinner for two at Diva at the Met
- One night’s accommodatio
- An upgrade to a Luxury room and late check-out
- Complimentary valet parking
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
"Met for the Holidays" package perfect way to start a new seasonal tradition
Enjoy baked holiday treats, post-shopping cocktails and a great rate!
www.metropolitan.com
September 1, 2010; Vancouver, BC - Whether you're celebrating Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hannukkah or New Year, December is a time of busy preparations, family traditions and lots of fun. The Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver's new "Met for the Holidays" package is a great way to make a special time of year even more memorable.
Located just two blocks from downtown Vancouver's shopping hub, Robson Street, and right across the street from the Pacific Centre mall, those shopping for that perfect holiday gift will love how central the hotel is. Or for the culturally inclined, take in a holiday concert or production at one of the nearby theatres and venues. Those with families won't want to miss the seasonal displays and lights at nearby Robson Square, in Stanley Park or up on Grouse Mountain. "Vancouver is a great place to get into the holiday spirit," said Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver general manager, Kari Koskela. "Whether you're coming into the city for a weekend of gift shopping, meeting up with friends to celebrate the holidays over a drink or two, or to immerse your family in the merriment of the season, the Metropolitan Hotel is a great place to start a new annual tradition."
The "Met for the Holidays" package includes
- One night in a luxury room;
- Complimentary valet parking;
- Baked holiday treats in your room, compliments of Diva at the Met's Chef Quang Dang; and
- Diva's signature holiday cocktails and caramel popcorn for two.
Prices for the package start at just $225 for one night (excluding applicable taxes) and are based on double occupancy. The package is available for stays between November 1 and December 30, 2010. For reservations, please visit the website at www.metropolitan.com/packages or call toll-free 1-800-667-2300.
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
www.metropolitan.com
September 1, 2010; Vancouver, BC - Whether you're celebrating Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hannukkah or New Year, December is a time of busy preparations, family traditions and lots of fun. The Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver's new "Met for the Holidays" package is a great way to make a special time of year even more memorable.
Located just two blocks from downtown Vancouver's shopping hub, Robson Street, and right across the street from the Pacific Centre mall, those shopping for that perfect holiday gift will love how central the hotel is. Or for the culturally inclined, take in a holiday concert or production at one of the nearby theatres and venues. Those with families won't want to miss the seasonal displays and lights at nearby Robson Square, in Stanley Park or up on Grouse Mountain. "Vancouver is a great place to get into the holiday spirit," said Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver general manager, Kari Koskela. "Whether you're coming into the city for a weekend of gift shopping, meeting up with friends to celebrate the holidays over a drink or two, or to immerse your family in the merriment of the season, the Metropolitan Hotel is a great place to start a new annual tradition."
The "Met for the Holidays" package includes
- One night in a luxury room;
- Complimentary valet parking;
- Baked holiday treats in your room, compliments of Diva at the Met's Chef Quang Dang; and
- Diva's signature holiday cocktails and caramel popcorn for two.
Prices for the package start at just $225 for one night (excluding applicable taxes) and are based on double occupancy. The package is available for stays between November 1 and December 30, 2010. For reservations, please visit the website at www.metropolitan.com/packages or call toll-free 1-800-667-2300.
Metropolitan Hotels operates four luxury properties: Metropolitan Toronto, the Soho Metropolitan, the Grande Rockies Resort and the Metropolitan Vancouver. With more than 920 rooms, Metropolitan Hotels is committed to providing luxury accommodation for business and leisure travellers seeking an independent choice. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Metropolitan strives to provide superior service with distinctive accommodations. Award-winning restaurants at Metropolitan Hotels include Hemispheres and Lai Wah Heen (Metropolitan Toronto), Senses (SoHo Metropolitan), Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Vancouver) and Lai Toh Heen (mid-town Toronto).
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