Chaîne Fall Formal - Gothic Glam

Sunday, October 26, 2025 | Terminal City Club, Vancouver

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The Chaîne Fall Formal at the Terminal City Club in Vancouver was a striking and unforgettable celebration, offering a dramatic and delightful departure from the traditional induction dinner. Embracing the spirit of the season, the evening unfolded under a Gothic Glam theme, with richly atmospheric décor, elegant formal attire, and the evocative sound of a pianist setting a hauntingly beautiful mood. The result was an event that felt both sophisticated and theatrical, immersing guests in an ambiance of mystery, elegance, and seasonal enchantment.

The evening began with a refined Champagne Reception, where guests enjoyed “The Devil’s Hour Hors d’Oeuvres” - a stunning trio of bites that were as visually captivating as they were delicious. The Sunseeker Oyster with torched ahi tuna, salmon roe, and toyomansi wakame offered a briny and luxurious opening, while the Beef Tartare Cone with black truffle and cured egg yolk delivered richness and depth. The Beet & Chèvre Tart, accented with candied pecan and blackcurrant pearl, brought a vibrant and elegant contrast, all paired beautifully with Champagne Drappier Carte d’Or Brut NV. This sparkling beginning set the stage for a menu that was imaginative, polished, and perfectly attuned to the evening’s theme.

Chef Dan Creyke’s themed dinner menu carried the Gothic inspiration beautifully through each course, blending autumnal richness with dramatic presentation and exceptional flavour. “Harvest Haunting” offered a lovely interplay of roast squash, beet-glazed beets, pumpkin seed gremolata, and sungold tomato black garlic dressing, followed by “Sleeps with the Fishes,” a memorable dish of confit mackerel, uni risotto, and squid ink chip. The boldly composed “Hunter’s Moon Venison” brought together cherry-glazed leg, venison sweet pepper ragu, celeriac fondant, charred onion, braised leek, pickled garlic scape, and cherry jus in a course of remarkable depth and elegance. Guests then enjoyed “Curses & Cultures,” featuring Kootenay Meadows Alpindon and Shropshire Blue with apricot mostarda and grilled ciabatta crostini, before concluding with “Wings in the Dark...chocolate,” a decadent dessert of dark chocolate mousse, crunchy raspberry praline, and cocoa crumble. Thoughtfully paired wines elevated each course, creating a truly immersive evening of culinary artistry, fine wine, and Gothic-inspired glamour.