PiDGiN Mushrooms, snap peas, egg, soy yuzu brown butter

On the occasion of bringing new Executive Chef Shin Suzuki on board, PiDGiN hosted a group of media and food writers to its award-winning Gastown eatery earlier in the week.

PiDGiN salmon, fish roe

Along with a recent menu revamp, PiDGiN has gained national recognition for culinary excellence. The menu will be a combination of tried-and-true favourites (including Parisienne gnocchi and Dan-dan kohlrabi noodle salad with tofu and almonds) alongside some of Chef Suzuki’s own creations.

PiDGiN Raw scallops, pomegranate, red curry oil, daikon, green apple PiDGiN Potato & mentaiko udon, spicy cod roe, seaweed butter
[Raw scallops, pomegranate, red curry oil, daikon, green apple; potato & mentaiko udon, cod roe]

The dishes are beautifully presented and upon sampling offer a great combination of flavours, textures, and colours alongside a curated list of craft cocktails, single malt scotches, Japanese whiskies, wines, sakes and beer.

Chef Shin Suzuki PiDGiN
[PiDGiN Executive Chef Shin Suzuki; photo courtesy of PiDGiN]

Toronto born and raised, Chef Suzuki looks to traditional flavours from his Japanese heritage and combines them with classic French techniques. His plates are highly composed and influenced by bold spices and humble ingredients from East and West, a perfect match for the ethos of PiDGiN.

PiDGiN Parisienne gnocchi, radish, radish green pistou, ricotta PiDGiN Fried chicken wings
[PiDGiN Parisienne gnocchi, radish, radish green pistou, ricotta; fried chicken wings]

Honing his skills at Ferrandi Paris, the French school of culinary arts, Chef Suzuki’s resume boasts stints at many of the most acclaimed restaurants in Paris, including Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée, and Taillevent, where he trained under Chef Alain Solivérès.

Cook the Vote Party at Pidgin-15

About PiDGiN

Designed with beauty and comfort in mind, PiDGiN and its menu represent global travels and life experiences by both its owners and chefs. With no distinction between casual and fine dining, the expertly crafted menu exudes a delicate approachability associated with familiar flavours and childhood memories. 

Pidgin is located at 350 Carrall Street and is open Mondays to Saturdays from 5 pm to midnight and Sundays from 6 pm to midnight. Also consider checking out their ‘before and after dark’ happy hour (5 to 6:30 pm and 10:30 pm to late).

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