Dale Durant is the innovative mind behind The Lab – Sous Vide Cuisine, a restaurant that redefined fast-fine dining in Downtown Vancouver. Launched in 2021, The Lab quickly gained acclaim for its unique approach to Canadian cuisine, utilizing the precision of sous-vide cooking to deliver high-quality dishes swiftly. However, Dale’s dream faced a severe blow when a deceitful sub-landlord exploited him, forcing him to pay double the rent. The landlord and realtor were deceitful and not looking after Dale’s best interests. Despite his relentless efforts to sustain the business, the financial strain led to the restaurant’s closure. In 2023, Dale was compelled to sell his home to mitigate his debts, but the harsh realities of Vancouver’s real estate market left him homeless. Dale’s story is one of resilience and unwavering passion for a culinary experience.