BONETA RESTRAUNT IS OWNED&OPERATED BY A SMALL GROUP OF INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS WHO ADORE FOOD, WINE AND THE NEIGHBORHOOD THEY WORK IN.

SIMON KAULBACK - GENERAL MANAGER

Boneta’s in house renaissance man, Simon has moved from accomplished barman, to bar manager and now he runs the show, ensuring each guest enjoy themselves to the fullest. Recently named as the 2011 Bartender of the Year, Simon is known to create some of the most delectable cocktails in the city but his real passion is throwing a great party.

Whether you are hosting a small anniversary dinner or blow out birthday bash, Simon and his team will ensure you have a night to remember long after the lights have gone out.

MARK BRAND - CO OWNER

Affectionately labeled by some as the ‘Mayor of Gastown’ Mark’s presence in the neighborhood began in 2007 when he and partner Neil Ingram opened Boneta at 1 West Cordova. His additional ventures in the neighborhood now include co-ownership of The Diamond, Sea Monstr Sushi, Sharks + Hammers, Catalog Gallery and most recently the re-opening of Vancouver’s iconic Save On Meats butcher shop and restaurant on West Hastings.

In 2006 Mark was named Vancouver Magazine’s inaugural Bartender of the Year but since his retirement from the wood he has taken to the stage, speaking most recently at Vancouver’s Pecha Kucha and Sam Sullivan’s Public Forum of Leaders in the City where he has the opportunity talk about his favorite topic – Gastown’s incredible mix people & personalities.

JASON LEIZERT - EXECUTIVE CHEF

Jason’s culinary career has taken him around the world and into some of the most demanding kitchen environments one can find. From fine dining in London’s La Trompette to off the cuff market cuisine in Asia & India, he is a man on a mission to constantly expand his horizons.

He believes in the philosophy of nose to tail dining and gives his full attention to each ingredient he works with, from pork belly to white truffles. Working directly with many local suppliers and farmers, Jason’s menu follows the patterns of our seasons and harvests.

An accomplished butcher and baker to boot, he is literally one candlestick making course away from being the city’s most well rounded culinary talent.

NEIL INGRAM - SOMMELIER,CO OWNER

The man, the myth, the nose…Neil’s palate is one of the most respected in the North America and beyond. A co-owner & founder of Boneta, Neil’s career in wine was shaped by 10 years of presiding over the cellar at Lumiere, Canada’s first Relais & Gourmand property.

His lists at Boneta are generally more fiscally responsible than in times past but the Vancouver International Wine Festival’s 2008 Sommelier of the Year is equally at home creating a perfect pairing for guests no matter the cost and therein lies his true genius. For additional fun try to corner him one evening and ask about the ‘cork versus screw cap debate’. Guaranteed magic.