Red Water

Executive Chef James DeLong

Born in Langley, B.C., James is considered by many of peers to be a rising star in the world of food. A seventeen year veteran of the Canadian restaurant industry, his enthusiasm for “all things culinary” shows with every plate that leaves the kitchen. Every day is seen as an opportunity to expand and improve his craft.

James grew up here in Calgary where he trained and worked his way through many of the cities finest restaurants. During his time at Murrieta's, James and the restuarant garnered many accolades, most notably a "Best Overall Restaurant". After that it was on to The Living Room where he, alongside the talented team, helped elevate the restaurant onto the national stage; being named “one of the best places to eat in Canada” by the National Post along with numerous other awards. Most recently James has returned to Calgary after a very successful three year stint at the helm of Cabana Bar & Grille in Kelowna where he was nominated for for Western Living’s “Top 40 Foodies Under 40” along with taking home another "Best Overall Restaurant" award. Coming back to Calgary, the Vintage Group and Redwater was a natural choice for James as it was with this company where James began his career.

James’ food is an innovative combination of old world elegance and his own unique twist of new world flair. Throughout his career he has enjoyed high praise from many prominent media figures as well as his peers. He brings to Redwater approachable but exceptional cuisine taking full advantage of the extraordinary local, fare. Alongside his talented team, James looks forward to sharing in not only Redwater's growth but the growth of Calgary's culinary community. From the local Chef’s Association to the Chaine des Rotisseurs to all the farmers, ranchers and growers accross the province, James is once again planting his roots here in Calgary and is happy to be home!

Our Venue

Redwater Rustic Grille is a chef and sommelier driven restaurant that features fresh regional rustic cuisine and award winning wine lists created with a combination of unique small boutique wines and more familiar labels.

Our locations are the proud recipients of many Wine Spectator Awards. The large selection of wine complements the menu of robust dishes that change seasonally to reflect market availability.

The restaurant's decor and design create an ambiance of casual refinement and complement the vibrancy of freshness of the food.