What would you do if your best friend called and asked you to leave your job? In 2013, Taylor Burnham contacted his friend Scott Swanson, who worked aboard a yacht as a chef, and pitched an idea that would change their lives: would Scott relocate to Vancouver to help open a restaurant with a menu sourced entirely from local producers?
Scott said ‘yes’. He left his job and the sparkling blue waters of the Mediterranean to join forces with Taylor and two others: chef Ryan Reed and bar keep Mat van Dinther. Together, the foursome founded Nomad, a relaxed, affordable and ethical fine-dining restaurant on Main Street in Mount Pleasant.
Nomad’s owners work alongside each other each day. Arrive for a local beer or nutritious meal and rest assured all four talents have provided for your fantastic evening – from Taylor’s warm welcome to Mat’s wine pairing to Scott and Ryan’s foraged mushrooms in your soup. The Nomad dining experience is earnest, holistic and moreish.
Warm Olives
Smoked Goat Cheese, Heirloom Tomato Preserve, Buttermilk Rye Cracker
Kennebec Potato Fries
Bourbon Onion Aioli, Parmesan Reggiano
Sunchoke Wings
House Prepared Ranch and Hot Sauce
Wild Red Prawns
Kimchi, Butter Potato, Panang
Roasted Beets and Grilled Gem Hearts
Jalapeno Hummus, Sheeps Cheese
Walla Walla Onion Bisque
Lentil Pakora
Slow Cooked Pork on Ciabatta
Kimchi, Hoisin Ginger Glaze
Grilled Calamari
Warm Chickpea Relish, House Cured Chorizo, Chimichurri
Braised Elk
Fork Mashed German Butter Potato, Stewed Vegetables, Little Herbs
Berkshire Pork Headcheese
Apple Fennel Mustard, Mostarda, Pickled Quail Egg
Herb Potato Gnocchi
Marinated Fresh Cheese, Young Portabella, Winter Kale
Organic Hanging Beef Tender
Panelle Fritters, Harissa Yam Butter, Red Wine Jus
Cast Seared Lamb Sirloin
Leek and Mushroom Porridge, Turnips, Corn Foam
Northern Divine Sturgeon
Parsnip, Black Shallot Jam, Buttered Winter Greens
Yarrow Meadows Duck Breast
Carmelized Onion and Sweet Potato Pierogi, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Whipped Carrot Creme Fraiche, Smoked Apple
Chocolate Stout Cake
Bourbon Soaked Cherries, London Fog Pudding
Lemon Bar
Italian Meringue, Preserved Fruit Salsa
Cappuccino Crème Brulée
Vanilla Bean Whip, Shortbread
House Sorbet
White Chocolate Crumble
Warm Olives
Smoked Goat Cheese, Heirloom Tomato Preserve, Buttermilk Rye Cracker
Kennebec Potato Fries
Bourbon Onion Aioli, Parmesan Reggiano
Sunchoke Wings
House Prepared Ranch and Hot Sauce
Black Garlic Popcorn
Slow Cooked Pork on Ciabatta
Kimchi, Hoisin Ginger Glaze
Wild Red Prawns
Kimchi, Butter Potato, Panang
Feature Omelette
Hashbrowns, Chive Creme Fraiche
Nomad Breakfast
Two Eggs, Turkey Sausage or House Bacon Steak, Hashbrowns, Toast
Eggs Benedict
Two Poached Eggs, Duck Confit, Rosti Potato or English Muffin, Roasted Orange and Thyme Hollandaise
Fresh Noodles & Kimchi
Fried Eggs, Chili, Sweet Soy
Poached Eggs and Wilted Kale
Buttermilk Dressing, Smoked Goat Cheese, Puffed Grains
Warm Bean Salad
Fennel Poached in Whey, Buttermilk Ricotta, Sauce Verde
Slow Cooked Pork and Egg on Ciabatta
Bourbon Onion Aioli, Hashbrowns
House Yogurt
Toasted Oat Clusters, Crispy Grains, Apple
Cinnamon Sourdough French Toast
Vanilla Whip, Maple Bourbon Cherry
Drinks
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Nomad is a food lover’s paradise. Located on the ground floor of a modern building, the West Coast-ish, farm-to-table restaurant boasts smooth concrete floors, high ceilings and well-spaced tables, which make for easy maneuvering within the industrial dining room. Intimate table settings and delicately plated dishes make up for such expansive decor. Tip: make a reservation ahead of time and request a table on the lower level.
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