WILD BLUE TAKES HOME TOP HONOURS AS ‘BEST WHISTLER RESTAURANT’ AT 2024 VANCOUVER MAGAZINE RESTAURANT AWARDS

WHISTLER, BC, May 6, 2024 - British Columbia’s culinary elite convened today to honour excellence in the industry at the 35th Annual Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards, hosted at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Wild Blue Restaurant + Bar emerged triumphant, earning the title as Readers' Choice: Best Whistler Restaurant. 

This year, the introduction of the Readers' Choice Division marked an exciting addition to the awards, with a spotlight on three key categories: dishes, types of dining, and beloved hotspots beyond Vancouver. The inclusivity of this new division empowered individuals to participate in the voting process.

Earning Readers' Choice: Best Whistler Restaurant is a testament to Wild Blue Restaurant + Bar’s unwavering commitment to culinary excellence and unparalleled guest experiences. Partner and Restaurant Director, Neil Henderson, stated, "This accolade underscores the ongoing support of our valued guests and the remarkable spirit of the Whistler community." Chef Partner, Alex Chen, said, "To be recognized in such esteemed company is a true privilege and further speaks to the dedication of our entire team.” Partner Jack Evrensel added, “Congratulations to every single person at Wild Blue.”

Wild Blue Restaurant + Bar's win at the 2024 Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards not only celebrates culinary excellence but also highlights its integral role in Whistler's vibrant dining landscape. Since opening in August 2022, Wild Blue has been recognized as #2 Best New Restaurant by Air Canada enRoute, OpenTable’s Top 100 restaurants in Canada, and dual recognitions as #4 Best New Restaurant and #66 Overall in Canada's 100 Best, as well as ‘Best of’ Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator and the prestigious title of North America's Best New Restaurant at the World Culinary Awards. 

More information about Wild Blue Restaurant + Bar can be found online at WildBlueRestaurant.com.

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