2008-06-06 We are mentioned on the martiniboys.com website. Unpretentious, detail-savvy and deliciously traditional, DNA Restaurant is out to set a trend in the Montreal restaurant scene. The conceptual interior design by Bruno Braën and the market-Mediterranean cuisine by Executive Chef Derek Dammann are both well-tuned with the service of managing owner Alex Cruz (hence the name DNA, Derek ‘n’ Alex). Situated in Old Montreal, along rue Marguerite d’Youville, DNA Restaurant opened in late January. Even in the slow season, DNA is already gathering steam, packing up on a regular basis with seating for 67 available in the dining room. Actually quite a bit about this restaurant features that number, including the view of the '67 World Exposition’s Habitat out the front windows. MORE>> 2008-04-19 Article in The Gazette by Lesley Chesterman Published April 19, 2008 Excerpts: ''...Scallops are another popular ingredient, especially raw scallops. Dammann slices these slippery babies horizontally, and tops each round with a coconut shard, a touch of ginger and coriander, and a sprinkling of pomegranate seeds. So fresh, so summery, so utterly delicious!...'' MORE>>