Solstice Seasonal Cuisine managing partner, Jon Elson, describes working in a restaurant as “half work and half hanging out with your friends." So, it’s no surprise that his former coworkers, chefs Jan Trittenbach and Jamin Sharp, and barman Josh Meachem, are now his business partners. Born out of a desire not only to provide a distinctive, quality experience to diners, but also to give staff the pride of ownership, Solstice Seasonal Cuisine is owned and operated by partners with extensive experience in the hospitality industry.
As managing partner, Jon not only creates the wine, beer and cocktail programs and runs the front of house, but he also serves patrons daily. “On any given day at Solstice, your table could be served by an owner, drinks made by an owner, food made by an owner, of the restaurant," says Jon. "So we really try to bring a personal touch, a personal investment, into each diner’s experience." Having worked in restaurants owned by industry outsiders, Solstice’s partners are passionate about the added value that owners themselves bring to patrons: They are knowledgeable, experienced, invested.
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Gold Medal Plates winner Jan Trittenbach’s fabulous little 124 Street gem, Solstice Seasonal Cuisine, has an ever-changing menu inspired by each season. This summer, their menu serves up a mouthwatering duck confit served with roasted garlic potatoes, chard and market vegetables, all complemented with a zingy raspberry reduction.
View this Smart ListIn keeping with the solstice or equinox, Solstice Season Cuisine changes their menu quarterly. However, they always have tenderloin on the menu. To keep things creative and interesting, they change up the sides: everything from scallion croquettes to loaded potato perogies.
View this Smart ListChanging their menu to accommodate each season’s unique offerings, Solstice Seasonal Cuisine prides itself on providing exceptional service and food using only the best local and regional ingredients. Additionally, Solstice’s award-winning chef, Jan Trittenbach, lends the menu both an international and local flair. Solstice also participates in the summer’s 124 Street Grand Market selling homemade ice cream.
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