Experiences to Savour
Drawing guests from far beyond the Kingfisher, Ocean7 Restaurant and AQUA Bistro & Wine Bar are known for their exquisite and ever-inventive fare. Celebrate special occasions and enhance the everyday alike with creative and thoughtfully prepared gourmet plates. As you dine, enjoy panoramic views of sea and sky, with eagles flying overhead and sailboats floating by.
Executive Chef Jonathan Macdonald
Michelin-trained and internationally acclaimed, Chef Jonathan Macdonald brings over two decades of culinary excellence to Ocean7 Restaurant and AQUA Bistro & Wine Bar. His illustrious career includes training at some of the world’s most prestigious 3 Michelin star restaurants, such as The Fat Duck with Heston Blumenthal and The Ledbury with Brett Graham in London, and the iconic Noma with Rene Redzepi in Copenhagen, the latter ranked as the best restaurant in the world. With experience across the globe but mainly in London, Australia, and the south of France, Chef Macdonald has mastered a wide array of global cuisines, including Japanese, Thai, French, Italian, Arabic, and Nordic. After years crafting gourmet experiences for an elite clientele aboard emirs, princes and prime ministers’ superyachts, Chef Macdonald now leads the culinary show at Kingfisher, where he will be bringing to his team and to our guests a creative vision and a fresh passion for exceptional dining.
Mixologist | Julie Ferris
Julie Ferris is our all-time favorite bartender with a penchant for “geeking out over cocktails.” While she prefers to avoid the label of Mixologist, we struggle to find a better name to describe her artistic talent. With decades of experience across British Columbia, Julie brings her enthusiasm for handcrafted, innovative drinks to the Kingfisher Restaurants. Julie has refined her craft in some of the region’s most esteemed venues, mastering the art of creating bespoke cocktails from scratch using foraged flowers and her own secret infusions. At Ocean7 Restaurant and AQUA Bistro & Wine Bar, she designs cocktail menus with creative flair, drawing from an extensive selection of prestigious liquors and wines. Her approach combines a keen intuition for guest preferences with fresh, local inspiration to create distinctive flavors. Whether she’s crafting something from her extensive repertoire or inventing a new special on the spot, Julie’s mission is to delight guests with every sip. Don’t hesitate to ask her for a special recommendation!
Ocean7 Restaurant
Indulge in fine dining in an elegant atmosphere, where intimate booths and tables enjoy a spectacular view. Discover an unforgettable culinary experience with a menu that features West Coast seafood, grain-fed meats and fresh organic produce from local growers and suppliers.
AQUA Bistro & Wine Bar
Adjacent to Ocean7, AQUA Bistro & Wine Bar serves equally delicious but more casual fare, along with fine wines and signature cocktails. Relax by the fireplace and settle in for a fun time.
Sky Domes
Be transported to a cozy world of your own in our heated, private Sky Domes. A special seasonal offering, the Sky Domes make dining a magical and unique Vancouver Island experience, as you enjoy our executive chef’s creations while immersed in the vibrant lights of the Serenity Gardens.
