Our heartfelt thanks to our 2026 Partners and Taste Advisors for helping bring this new dining guide for Canada and the United States to life. Together, we’ve created a guide that invites diners to explore vibrant culinary destinations, discover remarkable restaurants, and experience the depth, diversity, and enduring appeal of Chinese and Taiwanese cuisine. We hope it inspires your next journey.
The 17th annual Chinese Restaurant Awards Ceremony
Celebrate the restaurants, chefs, and culinary visionaries shaping the future of Chinese cuisine across Canada and the United States.
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TASTING RECEPTION by
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- Lee Kum Kee x VCC Asian Culinary Arts alumnus Chef Toby Chen
- Vancouver Chinatown experience: Chinatown BBQ and Saan Cafe
- Executive Chef Damon Campbell, Fairmont Pacific Rim
WHISKY, WINE & MIXOLOGY by
The Dalmore, Mt. Boucherie, and North America 50 Best Bar No. 38 winner – Botanist Bar
Awards Presentation 3pm
Masters of ceremony:
Lien Yeung – CBC Vancouver and Manica Ng – Fairchild Media
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Welcome Remarks by masters of ceremony
Introduce the chefs at tasting reception
Speech by Rising Star Chef 2024 Steven Che
Speech by Chinese Restaurant Awards’ Vision Circle member Jacob Ung
United States +++
Elite 12 United States and the Individual Awards: Premier Visionary Award, Master Chef, Dim Sum Chef, Rising Star Chef
Canada +++
Critics’ Choice Signature Dish Awards
Elite 30 CANADA and the Individual Awards: Premier Visionary Award, Master Chef, Dim Sum Chef, Rising Star Chef
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End of the ceremony | Group photo at the end
