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Inspired by his travels, Jason is not shy about using extravagant ingredients in unexpected ways.
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From spicy peri peri chicken to head-on roasted prawns and a striking seabass with lentils and warm tomato shallot vinaigrette, creations from the Forno oven are the cornerstone of the Maestro menu.
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The vibe is upscale with both intimate corners and big social-style tables. The menu is crafted for more adventurous eaters and those who want to relive their memorable dining moments abroad, right here at home.
Breakfast also looks different here. You will find staples like eggs and hollandaise but with a Mediterranean twist, of course!
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Breakfast will be served daily through the summer months with weekend brunch offered in the shoulder and winter seasons.
For Jason, this is like coming home. His 18 years in the kitchen have taken him across Canada and around the world. He香蕉视频直播檚 coming off a six-month hiatus after opening a restaurant in New Brunswick. Kelowna foodies may remember him as the former chef and owner of Salt & Brick. He opened the Bernard Avenue hotspot before selling it and setting off to roam the globe. With his travel hunger satiated (for now), Jason has been laser-focused on defining Maestro香蕉视频直播檚 and building his team.
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With small and large plates designed to share, as well as many vegetarian and gluten-free options, Jason has designed the menu to pair perfectly with an impressive, international wine list.
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