Voya at The Loden

Distinctive Dining in Vancouver’s Most Luxurious New Boutique Hotel.

Seen right: Voya Restaurant and Lounge
Photography by Bruce Law, Courtesy of Voya

Poised at the edge of Coal Harbour, just steps away from Stanley Park and the world class downtown shopping is Vancouver’s most luxurious new boutique hotel. Inspired by the natural beauty of the surrounding area, the Loden Hotel is an architectural wonder highlighted by its distinctive and stunning restaurant Voya. Already lauded by Urban Diner as 2008’s Best New Restaurant, Vancouver magazine proclaims, “Voya delivers on all fronts. The sumptuous room keeps heads on a swivel and chef Marc-Andre Choquette masterfully coaxes rich flavour from seasonal ingredients. This is the best food we’ve had all year.”

Derived from ‘voyage’, the name evokes Chef Choquette’s global influences and his philosophy that great food can be a journey unto itself. Just entering the dining room is a transcendent experience. Beyond a striking double-sided marble fireplace are three radiant chandeliers illuminating white lacquered tables and chocolate and periwinkle hued upholstery. Yet, despite the luxe setting, the value-savvy cuisine is surprisingly approachable. Chef Choquette’s seasonal menu remains vibrant with frequent changes as new ingredients become available. “New recipes prevent us from ever becoming complacent,” he states. Chef attributes part of Voya’s allure to the spontaneity of the menu – not to mention Italian-born pastry chef Maurizio Persichino’s fabulous desserts. General manager Rob Herman elevates the stellar cuisine with intuitive service and superlative wine knowledge. A member of the Canadian Sommelier Guild, his wine list is comprehensive, accessible and always stresses good value.

Voya’s lounge, featuring a stunning backlit sandblasted glass bar with marble accents, is a bone fide head turner. With one of the best cocktail lists in the city, the Voya lounge pays tribute to classics from the Golden Age of Cocktails while simultaneously creating new ones using fresh ingredients and precision techniques. The expert bar staff have an encyclopedic knowledge of spirits and liquors, allowing them to create ethereal concoctions ‘on the fly’ based on the guest’s preferences. Amping up the sexy vibe are live DJs that take lounge lovers on a rhythmic voyage of sight and sound after 10:30 every Friday.

A member of the Green Table and Ocean Wise sustainable programs, Voya is a leader in progressive, eco-friendly practices. Be it a power breakfast, prompt 40-minute business lunch, cocktails in the ultra-chic lounge or a leisurely dinner, there is always something to experience at Voya.

Menu Highlights

Chef Choquette changes the menu selections frequently keeping with market fresh availability.

APPETIZERS

Octopus Carpaccio – asparagus, tomato, lentil salad

Caramelized Onion & Goat Cheese Tart – olive, anchovy

Duck & Pistachio Terrine – pickled vegetables

ENTRÉES

Lamb Shank – butternut squash risotto

Leek & Truffle Stuffed Pasta – mushrooms & brioche crouton

Arctic Char – wilted greens & artichokes, white vermouth sauce

Best of the Cellar

WHITE WINES

Vacheron ‘Les Romains’ Sancerre 2005
Castello della Sala ‘Cervaro’ 2006
Petaluma Chardonnay 2006
Tantalus Riesling 2006
Meyers ‘Tribute Series’ Chardonnay 2006

RED WINES

Rippon Pinot Noir 2006
Foxtrot Pinot Noir 2005
Spotteswoode Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
Trinoro ‘Le Cupole’ 2005
Laughing Stock ‘Portfolio’ 2006

Pictured above: Octopus carpaccio, panzanella & asparagus salad.

VOYA
The Loden Hotel
1177 Melville Street
Vancouver, BC
604-639-8692

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