Chartier (restaurant)

Chartier is a French Canadian restaurant in Beaumont, Alberta.

History

Chartier opened in 2016 after its owners, Darren and Sylvia Cheverie, conducted a successful Kickstarter campaign in which more than 500 donors collectively contributed more than $100,000. Its first head chef was Steve Brochu.[1] It received very positive early coverage and was among the 30 restaurants named to Air Canada's Best New Restaurants longlist in 2017.[2][3] The restaurant also begun to host many events, including fundraisers and dinners that showcased products of local farmers.[4][5][6]

Brochu left as head chef in 2019 to found his own restaurant, MilkCrate, at the Citadel Theatre.[7] In 2021, the restaurant was featured on the Food Network Canada show Big Food Bucket List with John Catucci.[8]

In August 2023, it was announced that Chartier was going to close. Less than a month later, the restaurant announced that a large investment from a community member would allow it to continue operating following a temporary closure in October 2023.[9] In April 2024, Chartier was one of several Beaumont businesses damaged by a vandal, who smashed panes of glass and spray-painted the exterior.[10]

References

  1. ^ Gold, Marta (April 29, 2016). "New Beaumont restaurant Chartier proves crowdfunding can work wonders". Edmonton Journal. Retrieved April 20, 2025.
  2. ^ Kent, Gordon (July 14, 2017). "Chartier worth the trip for a Beaumont brunch". Edmonton Journal. Retrieved April 20, 2025.
  3. ^ Csernyik, Rob (August 9, 2017). "Four Edmonton-area eateries make Canada's Best New Restaurants list". Edmonton Journal. Retrieved April 20, 2025.
  4. ^ Faulder, Liane (July 13, 2018). "Chartier restaurant steps out for summer fun and flavour". Edmonton Journal. Retrieved April 20, 2025.
  5. ^ Faulder, Liane (December 10, 2018). "Chartier chef Steve Brochu shares mother love for a Christmas fundraiser". Edmonton Journal. Retrieved April 20, 2025.
  6. ^ Faulder, Liane (July 18, 2019). "Chartier hosts a round of fun special events for summer dining season". Edmonton Journal. Retrieved April 20, 2025.
  7. ^ Faulder, Liane (April 30, 2019). "Former Chartier chef Steve Brochu launches own business with new cafe MilkCrate". Edmonton Journal. Retrieved April 20, 2025.
  8. ^ Jansen, Emily (February 5, 2021). "Chartier to be featured on Food Network Canada show". Beaumont News. Retrieved April 20, 2025.
  9. ^ "Beaumont restaurant Chartier gets new lease on life". Edmonton Journal. September 25, 2023. Retrieved April 20, 2025.
  10. ^ Mertz, Emily (April 19, 2024). "Several Beaumont businesses damaged by vandals: 'It's heartbreaking'". Global News. Retrieved April 20, 2025.

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