Vancouver, B.C., June 29, 2026 – After a quick refresh, Les Faux Bourgeois, the beloved Fraserhood French bistro, has reopened. It enters a new era with an updated space and menu — having soft launched on June 26 and will officially launch on July 8. The iconic spot is now stewarded by Gaia House, the team behind award-winning Nammos Estiatorio, Selene Aegean Bistro, and AMA.

“We’re proud of what this refresh represents. It is not just a new look, but a continued commitment to building on what guests already loved about Les Faux Bourgeois,” say co-founders and brothers Petro and Yianni Kerasiotis of Gaia House. “From the kitchen to the floor, our team has poured love into every part of this place. July 8th is a celebration of the change, but also what came before. We can’t wait for everyone to experience this new chapter for Les Faux Bourgeois.”

Joining the team to lead day-to-day operations is Georgio Yacoub (previously AnnaLena, ELEM, Burdock & Co.), who steps in as general manager. Original founder and owner Andreas Seppelt will continue to be a familiar face on the floor as part of the front-of-house team.

At the heart of the kitchen are co-chefs David Cassese and Brent Thornton, who bring new energy to the bistro menu, featuring hyper-local ingredients and family-style dining. Beloved staples have been refreshed, alongside some new additions.

There is the Raw Bar with fresh seafood and oysters – highlights include the Torched Prawn with spicy Clamato dressing and King salmon with wild herb sauce. Petits Plats include returning favourites like Escargot en Cocotte and Tartare de Boeuf, joined by new additions such as Oeuf Mayonnaise with trout roe and white anchovy. Grand Plats feature Steak Frites with sauce au poivre, Duck Bordelaise with pomme pavé, and Moules Frites in a bouillabaisse broth. And yes, the French Onion Soup will return this winter as a seasonal dish.

To finish, desserts include Beignets au Pommes with a sortilège glaze and a Mousse au Chocolat with poached pear. A late night menu is also in the works and expected to launch later in July.

On the beverage side, Gaia House beverage director Dylan Riches continues to oversee the cocktail and wine program, featuring bistro-inspired creations including elderflower pastis, truffle martinis, and bourguignon highballs.

“Les Faux Bourgeois is a Vancouver institution, and it’s incredible to see its legacy continue and mature,” adds Yacoub. “We’ve got a great team. We’ve received wonderful feedback from guests who have tried some of our new menu items as features during our ‘soft opening’. We can’t wait to officially launch on July 8th and continue the momentum.”

Les Faux Bourgeois has now soft opened, with select new dishes already making their debut ahead of its official launch. Reservations can be made online. Walk-ins welcome.

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Richmond, B.C. (June 16, 2026) — As temperatures begin to climb across B.C., WorkSafeBC is reminding employers to prepare now for risks associated with summer weather before conditions become hazardous.

“Heat, UV exposure and wildfire smoke pose health risks for workers, and conditions can change quickly,” said Todd McDonald, head of Prevention Services at WorkSafeBC. “Don’t wait for a heat wave or smoky skies to start planning for these hazards. Employers should have a plan in place now and must engage workers and joint health and safety committees in the planning process.”

As part of its prevention work this summer, WorkSafeBC officers will check that employers have assessed these risks and implemented appropriate controls.

Plan ahead for heat exposure

The risk of heat stress is higher in certain occupations and sectors, both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor workers in industries such as construction, agriculture, transportation, and public works are at higher risk. Heat stress can also affect those working in indoor environments such as kitchens, warehouses, and manufacturing facilities, particularly those without air conditioning.

Heat stress can lead to serious health effects. Risk increases with factors such as high humidity, radiant heat from equipment, limited air movement, physically demanding work, protective clothing, and individual factors such as hydration, fitness level, or certain medications.

Employers should assess heat stress risks based on workplace conditions, job demands, and any factors that may increase a worker's susceptibility to heat-related illness.

Once risks are identified, employers should:

• Monitor workplace conditions and reassess regularly.
• Provide cool drinking water and regular rest breaks.
• Set up shaded or cooled recovery areas.
• Schedule strenuous work during cooler parts of the day.
• Improve ventilation and cooling in indoor work areas.
• Rotate workers between hotter and cooler environments.
• Train workers to recognize the early signs of heat stress in themselves and others and how to seek first aid. Symptoms can include excessive sweating, muscle cramps, nausea, weakness, dizziness, agitation, or confusion.
• Encourage workers to report symptoms early and speak up if conditions become unsafe.

Protect workers from wildfire smoke

Wildfire smoke can affect air quality across the province. Employers should treat smoke exposure as a workplace hazard and be ready to respond as conditions worsen.

Employers should:

• Monitor air quality and weather forecasts.
• Adjust work schedules, pace, or location when smoke levels rise.
• Reduce strenuous outdoor work when possible.
• Ensure ventilation systems are working properly and replace filters as needed.
• Ensure any respirators used are approved for the hazard and properly fit-tested.

Protect workers from UV exposure

During the summer months, outdoor workers also face risks associated with UV exposure. Prolonged sun exposure can cause skin damage — making outdoor workers 3.5 times more likely to develop skin cancer than indoor workers.
Risk can be reduced by monitoring the UV index, using sunscreen, wearing protective clothing, and seeking shade when possible.

Resources:
WorkSafeBC resources help employers and workers prepare for summer conditions:

• New: Heat stress warning poster
• Heat stress
• Heat stress screening tool
• Methods for measuring heat strain or stress
• Wildfire smoke: Frequently asked questions
• Sun and UV radiation

TORONTO — A Canadian-first is coming to Toronto with the launch of Renso Pho-Potle, a new fast-casual restaurant concept that combines the bold, aromatic flavours of Vietnamese pho cuisine with a fully customizable, build-your-own dining experience.

Opening in September at 506 Queen Street West in Toronto, Renso Pho-Potle reimagines pho for a modern, urban crowd, combining speed, an individualized approach and bold flavours in a format designed for today’s diner. Pho is at the heart of the meal, but re-imagined. Renso Pho-Potle is introducing dry pho alongside traditional broth-based bowls, with a bold, flavour-forward take that respects the spirit of pho in a new format.

“We saw an opportunity to bring something new to Canada, taking a dish people already love and making it more accessible, customizable and fast,” says Linda Vu, founder of Renso Pho-Potle. “This is just the beginning. Our goal is to build Renso Pho-Potle into a concept that can grow in communities across the country.”

Renso Pho-Potle is the latest food and service innovation from Renso Group, one of North America’s leading providers of authentic Asian foods and food products, specializing in Vietnamese agriculture. The introduction of the “pho-potle” model to Toronto is a concept years in the making, starting with Renso preparing low-margin food products that are premium in a high-cost industry.

This newest take on fast-casual dining creates a tailored dining experience that is designed to be intuitive and approachable. The “pho-potle” approach puts the customer in complete control of their dish, choosing their broth, protein, rice and flavourful toppings for a truly unique and bespoke dish.

“We’ve worked carefully to honour the flavours that make pho so distinctive, while adapting them into a format that fits modern lifestyles,” says Chef Bich Nguyen.  “It’s about balancing the integrity of the ingredients while making the experience simple and engaging for guests.”

Adding to the unique element of Renso Pho-Potle is a gathering space in the restaurant for hosting events, pop-ups, tastings and community nights — including special event nights lead by Renso Pho-Potle chefs to educate people on pho.

For more information, please visit www.rensophopotle.ca.

Featured Canadian dishes added to Buffet for a limited time, Holiday Buffet pricing in effect on Canada Day.

BRAMPTON, ON, June 22, 2026 /CNW/ - Customers are invited to Celebrate Canada with Mandarin Restaurants from June 22 to August 3. This Celebrate Canada promotion features a special selection of Canadian-inspired dishes, seamlessly integrated into Mandarin's award-winning all-you-can-enjoy Buffet. For July 1, Holiday Buffet pricing will be in effect. For pricing, operating hours and to make your phone reservation, visit mandarinrestaurant.com.

A Taste of Canada

Mandarin's Celebrate Canada promotion serves customers with maple and Canadian-inspired dishes added to Dine-In, Take-Out and Delivery as tribute to the great country they call home. These specially curated dishes offer a festive way for friends and family to gather, celebrate the taste, and enjoy the summer.

The new Canadian-inspired dishes offered on the Buffet are:

Cranberry Quinoa Salad

Hawaiian Pizza

Maple BBQ Ribs

Maple Chili Tofu

Maple Glazed Salmon

Mussels in White Wine

Poutine

Spicy Maple Wings

Sweet Endings

The promotion also extends to desserts, featuring a selection of classic Canadian treats:

Butter Tarts

Maple Cheesecake

Maple Ice Cream

Mini Cupcakes

Nanaimo Bars

Peach Pie

"We are excited to bring this Canadian-inspired menu to life for our customers. The menu serves as a wonderful complement to our award-winning Buffet of over 100 freshly prepared Dishes." said Tina Chiu, Chief Executive Officer, Mandarin Restaurant Franchise Corporation.

Make your phone reservation to Celebrate Canada and to enjoy these new and tasty offerings at Mandarin. To view our multimedia on Celebrate Canada, click here.