River Café Hosts Änkôr and Major Tom
In celebration of YYC EXP, Chef Scott MacKenzie welcomes guest Chefs Danny Beaulieu of Canmore’s Änkôr and Chef Josh Morin of Major Tom for a feast of Canadian flavours at River Café. River Café's beautiful setting and Chef Scott MacKenzie's dedicated philosophy of celebrating top-quality regional and seasonal ingredients set the stage to host an elevated dining experience.
River Café's beautiful setting and chef Scott MacKenzie's dedicated philosophy of
celebrating top-quality regional and seasonal ingredients, sets the stage to host an elevated dining experience. Immerse yourself in the tantalizing world of wood fire cookery as three culinary maestros join forces for an unforgettable chef dinner collaboration. In an ambiance infused with the smoky aromas of crackling flames, guests are treated to a multi-course menu of flavours using the natural elements of fire and wood.
About River Café and Chef Scott MacKenzie
River Café is one of Calgary’s most revered restaurants, beloved both for its beautiful location in Prince’s Island Park and for its philosophy of celebrating top-quality regional and seasonal ingredients with a taste of place. Leading the talented kitchen is Executive Chef Scott MacKenzie while Sommelier and Cellar Manager Bruce Soley has been a savvy guide to River Cafe’s terroir-driven wine list since 1999. Year after year, River Café continues to win awards and is currently No. 22 on Canada’s 100 Best and was named Canada’s Most Eco-Friendly Restaurant.
About änkôr and Chef-Owner Danny Beaulieu
Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscape of Canmore, Alberta, änkôr restaurant stands as a beacon of culinary excellence, drawing inspiration from the rugged beauty of its surroundings. With a commitment to showcasing the best of Canadian cuisine infused with global influences, änkôr invites guests on a gastronomic journey that is elevated yet approachable and comforting. Led by chef-owner, Danny Beaulieu, a visionary who harnesses the bounty of local ingredients, änkôr honours the richness of Canadian terroir in each dish creation.
About Major Tom and Chef Josh Morin
Major Tom floats 40 floors above the world in a panoramic dining room where you’ll find the most creative flavour combinations, influenced by the great dishes of the past, specifically those from the old-world era of Manhattan-style dining with Albertan ingredients. Currently No. 13 on Canada’s 100 Best, Chef Josh Morin joined Major Tom in the summer of 2023. Previously, he had cooked at the two-star Michelin restaurant, Birdsong in San Francisco and worked alongside Chef Matty Matheson at Prime Seafood Palace. Josh’s food is inspired by his Canadian travels and his passion for ingredient-driven and sustainable cuisine.