Popular Toronto Restaurant Celebrates 'Winterlicious' With Impressive Menus

TORONTO, ON--(Marketwired - Jan 23, 2014) -  Warming up the cold days of winter with fun dining promotions, a favourite Yorkville restaurant is featuring "Winterlicious" Toronto menus filled with exciting entrees and its own special promotion created to help guests and local patrons relax after a long day.

'Winterlicious' at Matisse Restaurant
Guided by the expertise of Chef Michael Picken, the Matisse Restaurant & Bar located inside the distinctive Toronto Marriott Bloor Yorkville Hotel is celebrating Toronto's culinary flavours with "Winterlicious" lunch and dinner menus January 31 through February 13, 2014. The menus feature steak frites, pan roasted Ontario pickerel meuniere and lentils du puy. Helping Toronto showcase the city's diverse cuisine, the celebratory main entrees at Matisse are flanked with hearty appetizers and delicious desserts sure to dazzle even the most discerning taste buds. Surrounding its guests with inspiring murals, vibrant designs and friendly service, this stylish Yorkville restaurant creates a warm and comforting atmosphere that sets the stage for an exceptional Toronto dining experience.

Executive Chef Picken's experience at prestigious properties including the world-renowned Gleneagles Hotel, Edinburghs Caledonian and other high profile hotels in Toronto is bolstering the appetites of local patrons as well as guests of the Toronto Marriott Bloor Yorkville Hotel with globally-inspired Canadian cuisine prepared with the freshest of local ingredients. Dining at the Matisse gives guests a grand opportunity to experience the fine recipes of Chef Pickens, which have also been featured on CTV, Food Network, CP24 and in Canadian House & Home magazine.

Relax at the Matisse Bar with '7 to 7'
A stylish haven for relaxing at day's end, the restaurant is also featuring a "7 to 7" promotion perfect for gathering with business associates or family and friends to enjoy $7 drinks and $7 appetizers until 7 p.m. Starting at 4:30 p.m. daily, Matisse Bar inside the Marriott's prominent Yorkville hotel welcomes Toronto guests and locals alike to beat the commuter rush and get a head start on a relaxed evening. In addition to favourite cocktails, Matisse features an extensive wine list and a new martini menu designed for the refreshment of its guests.

Although not required, restaurant reservations can be made by calling 1-416-920-6500 or by visiting http://www.matisserestaurant.ca/.

About the Toronto Marriott Bloor Yorkville Hotel
The Toronto Marriott Bloor Yorkville Hotel welcomes travellers to the heart of Toronto's popular Yorkville District with sophisticated accommodations, unbeatable hotel deals and award-winning service. Conveniently offering guests direct access to the Yonge and Bloor Toronto subway systems, the stylish hotel is packed with amenities and features modern guest rooms and suites to help ensure a relaxed and productive Toronto hotel experience. Guests enjoy easy access to some of the city's finest attractions, including the Royal Ontario Museum, Air Canada Centre, the CN Tower, Ontario Science Centre and world-class shopping at Eaton Centre. An ideal destination for business and social gatherings, the hotel's 12,000 square feet of downtown Toronto meeting rooms and event venues are complemented by dedicated event managers and professional catering services for dynamic and inspirational events.