Written By Guest Writer Folks / Reporter Mar 3, 2012 First Look: Opus Café Bistro in Penticton SHARE VIA: Facebook Twitter PinterestTerri and Michael Surdzis. Photo by Scott TrudeauWhen Terri and Michael Surdzis purchased what is known as Opus Cafe Bistro in Penticton they wanted to offer their customers a cozy and comfortable setting and a mix of affordable cultural delights. Terri was working for the previous owners when she met her husband, Michael. With her background in catering and entertainment and Michael’s ties to the restaurant industry beginning when he was a teenager, one might have speculated their future together. In fact, the couple was married there in 2006 when it was known as The Cannery Coffee House. Because they already own and operate a mobile food concession service, they questioned taking on an ambitious endeavour at their ages (Terri is 53; Michael is 50). But when an opportunity came along for them to purchase the business, they couldn’t let it slip away. They signed the lease on the business their fourth wedding anniversary. In addition to his kitchen duties, Michael oversees the daily business, promotions and specials while Terri takes care of items such as menu ideas and desserts. Their signature menu item is the Gyros Donair, stacked with lamb, chicken or beef that’s been slow-cooked to a tasty tenderness on a vertical rotisserie. Customers can choose from a menu with Mexican, Hawaiian, Asian, Italian and Greek dishes all prepared with from-scratch sauces plus homemade soups and baking. Their decor is friendly, warm and relaxing—a purposeful decision on Terri’s part. “It was going to be my living and dining room—that comes from the heart of wanting to entertain,” she said. “We wanted to show people that hospitality wasn’t dead. There’s a lot of heart and soul here.” Opus is fully licensed offering up drink features amid relaxing candlelight dinners. Soon they’ll resume featuring regular entertainment. “I think people are looking for a rustic, village-style dining experience,” said Michael, who admitted the busy, pressure-packed pace of restaurant ownership is fused into his character. “I’m in it because it’s my passion,” he said. “Until I retire, this is what I’ll be doing.” Good food. Good times. Good company. By SCOTT TRUDEAU Opus Cafe Bistro is located in The Cannery on Duncan Avenue.Hours are Mondays and Tuesdays from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., Wednesday to Saturday from 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Opus offers a Sunday brunch from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.www.opuscafebistro.ca CafeEdiblesFolksOkanagan SHARE VIA: Facebook Twitter Pinterest Written By: Guest Writer We get many people writing guest articles for us, as well as past contributors. This is the Guest ... Read More You may also like Victoria May 25, 2020 The New Now : Navigating Through the Challenges The New Now As we begin re-opening under COVID protocols, the coming months will be at least uncertain, and for most, a battle to survive. In my ... Read More EAT Magazine News / The Big Picture / Victoria May 17, 2020 The New Normal—Reflections and Stories from the EAT Family—Part 2 Support Local! A Look at Victoria’s New Pickup Windows by Jacqueline Downey As the world shifts and changes below our feet right now, EAT thought it might be a good time to check in with our family of contributors, ... Read More EAT Magazine News / The Big Picture / Victoria May 13, 2020 The New Normal—Reflections and Stories from the EAT Family—Tofino Time by Chef Carmen Ingham As the world shifts and changes below our feet right now, EAT thought it might be a good time to check in with our family of contributors, ... Read More EAT Magazine News / The Big Picture / Victoria May 5, 2020 The New Normal—Reflections and Stories from the EAT Family—Support Local! A Look at Victoria’s New Pickup Windows by Jacqueline Downey As the world shifts and changes below our feet right now, EAT thought it might be a good time to check in with our family of contributors, ... Read More EAT Magazine News / The Big Picture / Victoria April 30, 2020 The New Normal—Reflections and Stories from the EAT Family—UK to YVR : Cooking in the Time of Corona by Julie Pegg As the world shifts and changes below our feet right now, EAT thought it might be a good time to check in with our family of contributors, ... Read More EAT Magazine News / The Big Picture / Victoria April 29, 2020 The New Normal—Reflections and Stories from the EAT Family—Pastry Dough Made Simple by Denise Marchessault As the world shifts and changes below our feet right now, EAT thought it might be a good time to check in with our family of contributors, ... Read More Comments are closed.
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