ARC RESTAURANT EXPANDS SEASONAL DINING
EXPERIENCE TO ALL GUESTS
New ‘Oak & Smoke’ showcase to kickstart restaurant wide
signature dining experience
This fall, Fairmont Waterfront’s ARC Restaurant will expand its ‘Led by a Love of Land and Sea’ philosophy, and experiences, across the restaurant.
Having successfully launched the ‘Led by A Love of’ dining experience in May, where guests can experience a demonstration of fresh, local produce in an intimate chef’s bench experience, ARC is now elevating this program into a year-round showcase of the Pacific Northwest’s terroir – accessible to all our dinners.
This will see the best of seasonal ingredients brough to life with cooking techniques ranging from traditional to innovate, and available to enjoy as part of ARC’s A La Carte & signature Province to Plate menus, on a regularly rotating basis.
This will commence on October 1, 2026, with ‘Led by a Love of Oak & Smoke’ – a celebration of the warmth of oak, the allure of smoke that defines the Pacific Northwest’s autumn harvest.
Inspired by the region’s forests, coastline, vineyards and farms the menu will see the preserving, grilling, slow roasting and fire smoking of foraged herbs, root vegetables, orchard fruits and sustainably sourced meats and fish.
It will be complemented by exceptional oak-aged wines and barrel-aged cocktails – a full spectrum culinary journey through the richest and most indulgent offerings of the fall.
Guests can enjoy an exclusive launch dinner on October 1st [limited reservations are available through ARC’s website] or enjoy highlight dishes at the restaurant throughout the remainder of the season.
This newly expanded ‘Led By a Love of’ series will continue through 2027, with upcoming spotlights on slow cooking, pacific seafood, and garden harvests.
This new program is a key part of Fairmont Waterfront’s Pure Coastal Luxury offering, giving guests an authentic taste of the Pacific Northwest’s rich and varied culinary identity year-round.
Harris Sakalis, Executive Chef, said:
“At ARC we are delighted to be bringing our guiding ethos, Led by a Love of Land & Sea, to life year round – starting with the launch of Oak & Smoke and the smells, sights and tastes of fall.”
“Through seasonal ingredients, innovative cooking techniques, and a wealth of unique experiences, this new and expansive program will deliver the unique terroir of the Pacific Northwest to every guest.”
“At Fairmont Waterfront, Pure Coastal Luxury is not just a mantra, it is a north star for everything we do, and we look forward to showcasing every element of it in our exciting menus to come.”
About Fairmont Waterfront
Experience pure coastal luxury and West Coast wellness at Fairmont Waterfront, where breathtaking harbour and mountain views meet a seamless blend of urban sophistication and natural wonder. Centrally located in downtown Vancouver, steps from Canada Place, Gastown, and the Stanley Park Seawall, the hotel offers an authentic gateway to a city surrounded by wilderness. Discover the rooftop garden, one of Vancouver’s first green roofs, and its honeybee apiary, with ingredients featured in ARC Restaurant + Bar’s Province to Plate menu. Recharge with wellness activities like poolside meditation, sound bathing, and polar plunges, or relax by the heated rooftop pool. Consistently ranked among Vancouver’s top luxury hotels, Fairmont Waterfront celebrates the unique harmony of city life and nature that defines Vancouver.
