For Immediate Release.
Kelowna, BC (December 11, 2014).

It has been a banner year for Chef and Sommelier Mark Filatow. Not only did he and his team celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Waterfront Wines, but the restaurant has also received numerous prestigious accolades. Most recently, Waterfront was once again awarded Gold at the Food Day Canada Good Food Innovation Awards, and Details Catering won the honour of 'Best Catered Event' at the Canadian Wedding Industry Awards, as well as being named a finalist for the same category at the Professional BC Wedding Awards.

Food Day Canada was founded by renowned culinary activist Anita Stewart "for Canadians to share their food and their stories with each other while leading other nations in cultural diversity, food ethics, magnificent flavours ... and fun." The University of Guelph Good Food Innovation Award honour chefs who are true Canadian culinary ambassadors and leaders in their field. This year, the prestigious panel of judges, including culinary legend Elizabeth Baird, bestowed a Good Food Innovation Award to just twenty restaurants, nine Gold and eleven Silver. Waterfront was one of only four restaurants from BC to receive an award, including Sooke Harbour House (Gold), RauDZ Regional Table (Silver) and Araxi (Silver). For more information on Food Day Canada and to see a full list of recipients, visit www.fooddaycanada.ca.

"I am honoured to receive this award once again," remarks Chef Filatow. "We work very closely with our local growers and producers to ensure we offer the best our beautiful region has to offer, and truly appreciate that our commitment to quality is reflected in this award."

First-time entrants into the Canadian Wedding Industry Awards, Details Catering won the award for 'Best Catered Event' for British Columbia. The Canadian Wedding Industry Awards organization was founded to provide a national, impartial platform to distinguish and honour the exceptional talent found within Canada's vibrant wedding and events industry. The highest scoring regional winners will receive national awards at the Canadian Wedding Industry Awards Gala on December 14. For a list of regional winners, visit www.canadianweddingawards.com.

At the Professional BC Wedding Awards, Details Catering was one of just three finalists in the category of 'Best Catered Wedding'. Vancouver heavyweights Truffles Fine Foods and Emelles Catering were also honoured, with Truffles Fine Foods taking home the trophy. As the longest running wedding industry awards program in Canada, these awards recognize the amazing creative talent, companies and individuals that make up British Columbia's wedding professionals. For full award details, visit www.bcweddingawards.com.

Catering Manager Sarah Wallace is very proud of the accomplishments the restaurant and catering teams. "2014 marked the busiest year to-date for both the restaurant and catering," notes Wallace. "We are honoured to receive these amazing accolades within a week of each other. We take great pride in giving all our guests an unforgettable experience, whether they are dining in the restaurant or enjoying one of our catered events."

Waterfront has become a go-to for foodies across the country and Details Catering is the premier choice of event planners throughout the Okanagan. Waterfront Wines has received countless awards over the years, including winning 'Best Okanagan Restaurant' at the Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards 6 years running, and being named one of the Top 50 Restaurants in Canada by Vacay.com. For more information about Waterfront Wines or Details Catering, visit www.waterfrontrestaurant.ca.

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For additional information, please contact:
Sarah Wallace
250.878.9890
[email protected]

About Waterfront Wines
Under the direction of Chef & Sommelier Mark Filatow, Waterfront Wines has developed a fresh, continually evolving menu which reflects all that the Okanagan has to offer. Our elegant comfort food is made with fresh, seasonal Okanagan flavours, international influences and hand-made care.

About Details Catering
The team at Details Catering takes pride in creating the most memorable dining experience possible for their guests. Whether hosting an intimate canapé reception, a beautifully prepared buffet, or an elegant plated dinner, Chef Filatow and his talented team will customize a menu to suit your event. In addition to creating the perfect menu, their professional staff ensure that the level of services lives up to the Waterfront and Details name.


www.detailscatering.ca
www.waterfrontrestaurant.ca