Catch of the day

Drop your line into a good cause this month with a maritime meal at Epic at The Fairmont Royal York that does no harm.

Throughout April, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts’ 60 hotels internationally, including its 20 Canadian properties and this single Toronto site, are participating in an initiative to draw attention to endangered fish species in the hopes of halting the decline.

Specifically, the hotel chain is demonstrating its commitment to ocean sustainability by focusing on reputable suppliers who work to limit damage to aquatic habitats, and on serving up a netload of sustainable stuff. More than that, on-site restaurants look to buy local and organic ingredients wherever possible.

Fairmont, which is also a sponsor of National Geographic Mission programs and is a member of the WWF Global Climate Savers program, withdrew bluefin tuna and Chilean sea bass from its menus in 2008. On top of that, the chain began working with local seafood watch organizations to ensure that there’s nothing fishy about its sea-sourced offerings.

During this promotion, Fairmont guests will be encouraged to donate $1 to the National Geographic fund for ocean preservation.

Epic, the flagship restaurant at the Fairmont Royal York, newly interpreted by chef Ryan Gustafson, focuses on premium-quality regional fare. Come out for some seared big eye tuna or British Columbia halibut—without a side of conscience.

Epic at The Fairmont Royal York
100 Front St. W. Toronto, ON
Tel: (647) 258-9438