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The annual Gold Medal Plates culinary competition was held at the RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg on Oct. 2. Nine of Winnipeg’s top chefs prepared appetizer plates for the 560 guests. The fundraiser supports the Canadian Olympic Foundation and the Own the Podium initiative. Luc Jean (Jane’s) won gold, Norm Pastorin (the Cornerstone) took silver and Edward Lam (Yujiro) earned bronze. Pictured, from left, are Jim and Leney Richardson, Jason Stefanson, Kathleen Woodward, Jonathon Lyon and Bonnie Staples-Lyon. (John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press) Social Page for Oct. 11th 2014 Gold Medal Plates Dinner –RBC Convention Centre. The annual Gold Plate Medal Dinner was held at the RBC Convention Centre. Nine of Winnipeg’s top chefs prepared an appetizer plate for the 560 guests at the event. Funds raised support the Canadian Olympic Foundation and Own the Podium. Chef Luc Jean (Jane’s) took the gold with Chef Norm Pastorin (The Cornerstone) taking silver and Edward Lam (Yujiro) taking the bronze. (L-R) Jim and Leney Richardson, Jason Stefanson, Kathleen Woodward, Johnathon Lyon, Bonnie Staples-Lyon