State Bird Provisions

Join State Bird’s Chef/Owner Stuart Brioza in welcoming our friends from the North: Chef Gus Stieffenhofer-Brandson of Published on Main in Vancouver, ranked Canada’s #1 restaurant in 2022; and Chef Mandel Hitzer of Deer + Almond in Winnipeg, recipient of the 2024 Canada’s 100 Best Community Leadership Award. These two culinary powerhouses—known for bold, innovative cooking and a deep respect for local ingredients—are teaming up with Chef Stuart and Chef de Cuisine Ashwin Oon for a one-night-only collaboration celebrating Canadian flavors in a fresh, imaginative way. Born out of camaraderie and mutual admiration, this cross-border partnership promises an evening rich in creativity, connection, and exceptional cuisine. Experience California cooking transformed by Canadian inspiration, as these celebrated chefs blend local bounty with bold ideas and shared passion.