L'Abattoir x Ugly Duckling

Details

• January 27, 2026
• 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
• $195 (exclusive of taxes and gratuity)

In celebration of Dine Out Vancouver, and presented by S.Pellegrino, we’re thrilled to host a special collaboration between Executive Chef, Jasper Cruickshank and guest Chef Corbin Mathany of Ugly Duckling for the finale of their two-part dinner series.

Hosted in L’Abattoir’s Private Dining Room on Tuesday, January 27th, this one-night-only event brings together two thoughtful West Coast chefs who share a deep respect for seasonal ingredients, refined technique, and creative expression.

Following their November collaboration in Victoria, the chefs reunite in Gastown to create a menu that highlights each kitchen’s approach to storytelling through food.

Since opening in 2023, Ugly Duckling has earned acclaim for its inventive nose-to-tail cooking and close relationships with Vancouver Island producers. Paired with L’Abattoir, a longtime Vancouver landmark known for its refined French-inspired West Coast cuisine, the evening promises an inspired exchange of ideas and flavours.

Included in the ticket price is a creative, individualistic multi-course tasting menu complemented by wine pairings selected and presented by L’Abattoir’s Head Sommelier, Peter Van de Reep (non-alcoholic pairings available with advance notice).

Menu:

Bread Service
Ugly Duckling scallion and miso laminated milk bread 

Amuse-bouche
Seared foie gras bao
Asian pear and five-spice gastrique

First Course
Steelhead crudo
Nước chấm gelée, herb salad, crispy rice

Second Course
Parry Bay Farms lamb shoulder agnolotti
Black garlic, shaoxing wine, shiso

Third Course
Beef striploin
Celeriac, potato pavé, green peppercorn jus

Dessert
Pear and black sesame tartlet

$195 per guest, exclusive of taxes and gratuity

*Guests will be seated at communal tables and will enjoy a beverage paired menu (non-alcoholic options are available if requested in advance). Due to the nature of the event, dietary preferences and restrictions are politely declined or please reach out if you have questions about the menu. Tickets are 100% non-refundable once purchased.

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