Presented by Scotia Wealth Management, the one-night-only gala brings together five chefs from Hong Kong and Canada as they celebrate the artistry and evolution of dim sum<\/p>\n
The Chinese Restaurant Awards (CRA) enters a bold new chapter for its 17th year, expanding beyond Canada to recognize Chinese culinary excellence across North America. The 2026 Awards ceremony <\/b>will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Vancouver\u2019s Fairmont Pacific Rim. To celebrate the annual list announcement, the CRA will also present its second annual Dim Sum Gala, presented by Scotia Wealth Management <\/b>in the evening. Tickets are now available online<\/a>.<\/p>\n This year\u2019s Dim Sum Gala is themed \u201cPearl City Splendor,<\/b>\u201d transporting guests into the elegance of old Hong Kong and Shanghai supper clubs through a refined multi-course yum cha experience. The evening will explore both the cultural depth and contemporary evolution of dim sum \u2014 from the heritage-driven expressions of premium aged tangerine peel (\u201cchenpi\u201d) from Xinhui, China, presented by Chinese Executive Chef Li Chi Wai and Dim Sum Chef Cheuk Ka Ching of Michelin one-star The Legacy House at Rosewood Hong Kong<\/b>, to the bold and personal interpretations of 2025 Dim Sum Chef of the Year Garley Leung of Dynasty Seafood Restaurant, 2025 Canadian Culinary Champion Alex Kim of Five Sails Restaurant,\u00a0<\/b>and 2022 & 2023 new wave talent Toby Chen of Chinese Restaurant Awards<\/b>.<\/p>\n The evening will also feature pairings from The Dalmore whisky, Granriviera Mimosa, and Mt. Boucherie wines, creating an elevated and immersive dim sum dining experience.<\/p>\n \u201cAs Chinese cuisine continues to evolve across North America, we felt it was important for the Chinese Restaurant Awards to expand alongside it with the launch of our first Chinese dining guide spanning the U.S., alongside our established lists in Canada and Asia,\u201d says Lee Man, founding judge of the Chinese Restaurant Awards<\/b>. \u201cOur priority has always been the dining public. We want to create a comprehensive dining guide shaped by Taste Advisors who deeply understand Chinese food and regional Chinese cuisines. Whether it\u2019s helping longtime diners rediscover restaurants or guiding new audiences to where they can experience the best Chinese food, we want the Awards to remain a trusted reference for how and where to dine well, and what signature dishes to order.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cAt Scotia Wealth Management, we\u2019re proud to support initiatives that celebrate cultural heritage and bring communities together,\u201d says Amit Brahme, Vice President, Strategic Cultural Segments, Scotia Wealth Management<\/b>. \u201cThe Dim Sum Gala continues to elevate the conversation around Chinese cuisine and its growing cultural influence, creating connections through food, culture, and shared experiences.\u201d<\/p>\n Rae Kung, CEO of the Chinese Restaurant Awards, says<\/b>: \u201cPromoting and preserving Chinese culinary culture continues to be\u00a0 the heart of our mission. This year\u2019s award recipients represent a new chapter in the evolving story of Chinese cuisine, bringing outstanding restaurants and culinary talent to one of the industry\u2019s most important stages. Through Dim Sum Gala<\/i>, we hope to showcase that yum cha is far more than a dining experience; it is a cultural memory, a living tradition of craftsmanship, and a platform for storytelling and connection.\u201d<\/p>\n The Dim Sum Gala chefs include:<\/b><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n 17th Annual Chinese Restaurant Awards\u2019 Dim Sum Gala<\/b><\/p>\n Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | Time: Reception at 6 p.m., Dinner at 7 p.m.<\/p>\n Location: Fairmont Pacific Rim – 1038 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 0B9<\/p>\n Tickets: $450 per individual seat; $4,200 for a table of ten | Ticket Link: online<\/a>\u00a0 (Limited to 200 seats; including The Dalmore whisky tasting and cocktail experience, and premium BC wine pairing)<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The 2026 Chinese Restaurant Awards North America winners will be announced in Vancouver at the afternoon ceremony on September 23, followed by the announcement of the annual Asia list in November, marking the organization\u2019s continued international expansion.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n For more information about the Chinese Restaurant Awards & the Dim Sum Gala, please visit www.chineserestaurantawards.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n -30-<\/p>\n ABOUT CHINESE RESTAURANT AWARDS<\/b><\/p>\n Founded in 2008 in Canada, the Chinese Restaurant Awards is the world\u2019s longest-running restaurant awards platform dedicated exclusively to Chinese cuisine. Established to deepen public appreciation of Chinese dining and foster cross-cultural exchange, the organization has become an influential voice celebrating the diversity, creativity, and excellence of Chinese restaurants through awards programs, chef collaborations, and curated culinary experiences. Following its 2025 expansion into Asia, the platform will further expand into the United States in 2026, broadening its North American presence and spotlighting the evolving landscape of Chinese dining across Canada and the U.S. Through its international expansion, the Chinese Restaurant Awards aims to create a new standard for discovering Chinese cuisine while connecting chefs, restaurants, media, and dining audiences through meaningful culinary and cultural experiences.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Chinese Restaurants Awards 2026 North America is generously supported by<\/b> Scotia Wealth Management, China Eastern Airlines, The Dalmore, Hilton Vancouver Downtown, Hyatt Regency Vancouver, Mt. Boucherie Winery Estate, Granriviera Mimosa, Geoduck Canada, eatFish.ca<\/a>, Wingtat Game Bird Packers, Kiu Yick Trading, CBC, GoCanada.com<\/a>, Sing Tao, and Vancouver Community College.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Chinese Restaurant Awards<\/b> | www.chineserestaurantawards.com<\/a><\/p>\n Facebook ChineseRestaurantAwards<\/a> | Instagram @ChineseRestaurantAwards<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Media Contact:<\/b><\/p>\n\n
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