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The Legacy of Two Dishes: How They Influenced Generations of Cantonese Chefs The culinary legacy of the late legendary Chui Fook-chuen, reflected through the recollections of his son, Master Chef Chui Wai-kwan 2026. Jan 12. INSIGHTS − In Cantonese cuisine, what truly endures is rarely just the name of a dish, but the techniques and [...]

Monday January 12th, 2026

Insights, News

Rising Star Chefs 2025: The Voices Leading Chinese Cuisine Forward 2025. Dec 16. INSIGHTS − As Chinese cuisine continues to expand its global presence, the 2025 Chinese Restaurant Awards' Rising Star Chefs remind us that its future is built on craft, culture, and conviction. Their perspectives reflect a generation of chefs who are deeply rooted [...]

Monday December 15th, 2025

Insights, News

The Elite 30: Chinese Restaurant Awards Announces Its First Ranked List Of Chinese Restaurants In Canada The awards were announced at a special ceremony on October 29, 2025 at The Vancouver Club The Chinese Restaurant Awards (CRA) is proud to announce the winners of its inaugural Elite 30 Canada Awards, unveiled live at a special […]

Wednesday October 29th, 2025

News, Press Release, The Awards 2025

THE ELITE 15: CHINESE RESTAURANT AWARDS ANNOUNCES ITS FIRST RANKED LIST OF CHINESE RESTAURANTS IN ASIA The awards were announced at a special ceremony on October 29, 2025 in Vancouver, Canada The Chinese Restaurant Awards is proud to announce the winners of its inaugural Elite 15 Asia Awards, revealed live at The Vancouver Club on October […]

Wednesday October 29th, 2025

News, Press Release, The Awards 2025

Celebrating Chinese Cuisine Across Canada: Chinese Restaurant Awards Announces Top 50 Honourees From Coast-to-Coast The inaugural Elite 30 Canada Awards will be unveiled on October 29, 2025 in a special ceremony in Vancouver The Chinese Restaurant Awards (CRA) is proud to unveil its Top 50 Honourees, finalists for its inaugural Elite 30 Canada Awards, which […]

Monday October 13th, 2025

News, Press Release, The Awards 2025