There’s not a problem they can’t solve. Nor an ‘ask’ they can’t fulfill. In this three-part series, we probe the chef concierges at Vancouver’s top hotels for their most memorable missions, undercover hot spots, and yes, how to get a reservation at the city’s toughest restos. —Aurea Dempsey
Title: Chef Concierge, Four Seasons Hotel
Most unusual ask. Two guests with the nicknames ‘The Bull’ and ‘The Crock’ were hosting a private party at a local restaurant and thought it would be fun to have a live bull and a crocodile there to welcome their guests! With some resourceful sleuthing, we got the job done.
Tip for getting a reservation at the hottest restaurant, despite their ‘no reservation’ policy. That’s a tricky one. There are some restaurants that will never bend their policy, and there’s nothing wrong with that! I’d say it’s our intimate relationships with many restaurant owners that makes a huge difference. Five-star hotel guests deserve the best, and with our help, your success rate will be much higher versus trying on your own.
Spot to send guests for aVancouver ‘wow’ experience (whether a meal, or a must-see or -do place). Vancouver has some amazing places to experience, however if I know in advance they’re a foodie, a historian or an avid cyclist for example, I’ll plan their itinerary to include a cycling tour with stops at local breweries, a photography-rich walk, or a special brunch with a chef—you name it!
One thing everyone should know about your hotel. Our RedCedar Boutique Massage Suite is a treasure to behold. For ultimate pampering and relaxation, I recommend a massage followed with a sauna or hot tub. The summer is my favourite time as the outdoor pool deck is stunning. To top it off, I recommend a cocktail curated by award-winning local bartender Lauren Mote at our YEW seafood + bar.
The city’s best blow out. Blo Blow Dry Bar does an outstanding job, for even the most unruly hair! We have one right here at Four Seasons too.
The best place to meet an intriguing potential date. Now if I had a crystal ball for that, I’d be a millionaire! Shopping at Harry Rosen or maybe a weekend coffee at Café Artigiano would be worth trying. Our YEW bar is always a hip spot, too.
A quiet date place with lovely ambience and amazing food. One of my favourites is Lupo, an intimate Italian restaurant in a Vancouver heritage home right at the edge of Yaletown.
Four Seasons Hotel. 791 West Georgia St., 604-689-9333.
Tune in this Friday for insider secrets from the Shangri-La’s chef concierge.
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