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Le Picnic by Veuve Clicquot Opens on JW Marriott Parq Vancouver Rooftop

other · 2026-08-03

The JW Marriott Parq Vancouver has launched Le Picnic by Veuve Clicquot, a seasonal rooftop experience on its 17th-floor terrace. The space features Douglas fir picnic tables, wicker ice buckets, and views of False Creek. This season marks the local debut of Veuve Clicquot's 2018 La Grande Dame, the house's prestige cuvée named for Madame Clicquot. Guests can taste the new vintage while enjoying a menu by Chef Colin Burslem, including hot honey fried chicken sandwiches and Canadian lobster poutine. The JW Ice Cream Bar serves house-made honey ice cream from the hotel's rooftop beehives. Local musicians perform Friday through Sunday. The event is part of a summer takeover at the hotel, offering a luxury picnic experience with a view.

Key facts

  • Le Picnic by Veuve Clicquot is a seasonal rooftop takeover at JW Marriott Parq Vancouver.
  • The rooftop is on the 17th floor with views of False Creek.
  • The 2018 La Grande Dame by Veuve Clicquot makes its local debut.
  • Chef Colin Burslem created the menu, including hot honey fried chicken sandwiches and Canadian lobster poutine.
  • The JW Ice Cream Bar offers honey ice cream made from the hotel's rooftop beehives.
  • Local musicians perform Friday through Sunday.
  • The event is part of a summer takeover at the hotel.
  • The picnic experience includes Douglas fir picnic tables and wicker ice buckets.

Entities

Artists

  • Colin Burslem

Institutions

  • JW Marriott Parq Vancouver
  • Veuve Clicquot

Locations

  • Vancouver
  • Canada
  • False Creek

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