Friday, November 28, 2008

Getting Busy

It's getting pretty busy now with the holiday season quickly approaching. Stock is starting to arrive, the port Stiltons are soaking, Hastings construction is rocking...lots of stuff going on.

The walk-in coolers arrived yesterday. They were assembled by the end of the day. We'll have twice as many freezer display doors at Hastings for soups and entrees than we have at 2nd avenue. That means we can expand the menu over time. The refrigeration will be done just in time, as 2nd avenue is bursting at the seams.

Allison told me about the new mini truffle pecorinos that came today. I didn't get to see them but they sound like a great gift for truffle lovers this season.

We're pleased to announce that Annette Rawlinson has joined Au Petit Chavignol as General Manager. Annette brings with her extensive years of experience in managing service-oriented restaurants in Vancouver, such as C, Diva, 900 West and Bacchus. Annette has been awarded Vancouver Magazine's "Premier Crew Award" for outstanding service. She was also part of the team at C when it was awarded Where Magazine's "Birk's Silver Spoon Award" for cuisine, service and ambiance. Annette brings her hands on approach, honesty and genuine passion to Au Petit Chavignol.