This was quite simply an amazing dinner the restaurant was absolutely chucker block, and I can certainly see why; the food, presentation and service was all superb. Richmond Station is a Toronto gem that must be loved. Here is a vignette of our evening:
Location: Richmond Station restaurant, 1 Richmond Street West, Toronto, ON.
Start Time: Tuesday 13, 2024, 6:30 PM
Cost: $200 per member – Limited seating so open to members first (Please ensure your 2024 dues have been paid)
IW&FS TORONTO’S VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION Richmond Station opened in October 2012. We work with passionate farmers, dedicated cooks, committed waitstaff and a long list of talented trades that all work together to keep Richmond Station working day in and day out. We like to focus on great ingredients and a relaxed professional hospitality. The best ingredients are fundamental to making the best composed dishes. Executive Chef William Kresky believes strongly in the quest for perfection and finesse in all aspects of the restaurant business. His passion for haute cuisine and classic french cooking has taught him the virtues of classical techniques combined with modern styles of cooking for over 11 years in the hospitality industry and 3 years at Richmond Station.
Executive Chef William Kresky
Date: Tuesday, February 13th, 2024
Location: Richmond Station Restaurant, 1 Richmond Street West, Toronto, ON.
Start Time: 6:30 PM be on time, or you don’t get Canapés
Menu:
4 Daily Canapés
Wine pairing: R.H. COUTIER Blanc de Blanc Grand Cru NV
Kampachi Tartare
shiro miso, pickled cabbage, white soy gelee.
Wine pairing: Tasca D’Almerita Etna Tenuta Tascante Buonora, 2019
Cauliflower
applewood smoked cheddar mornay, caramelized cauliflower puree, puffed rice
Wine pairing: Bodegas y Viñedos Ortega Ezquerro Rioja Don Quintin Ortega, 2016
Charcoal Grilled Smoked Salmon
braised endive, blood orange gastrique, béarnaise mousseline
Wine pairing: Vignoble de la Jarnoteri, Cuvee Concerto, 2020
Shalom Farm Venison
fondant brussels sprouts, celeriac terrine, port glazed pearl onion
Wine pairing: Clos de l’Oratoire, 2005
Chocolate Mousse Cake
orange white chocolate mousse, cocoa nib ice cream, orange marmalade
Wine pairing: Château Roumieu, Sauternes, 2015
Petit Fours
Wine pairing: TBD*
Cost: Member: $200; Guest: $300