A First Look at aKin. The New & Beautiful Asian Fine Dining Restaurant in Toronto

Toronto’s food lovers are no strangers to the names Chef Alvin Leung and Eric Chong. Alvin, a three-Michelin-starred chef renowned for his boundary-pushing creations, and Eric, the first winner of MasterChef Canada, have joined forces to introduce aKin—a modern Asian fine dining restaurant that promises to redefine the city’s culinary landscape. Nestled in the heart of Toronto’s Old Town at 51 Colborne Street, aKin offers a dining experience that is as daring as it is refined. We had the privilege of attending an exclusive preview night, giving us a first taste of this much-anticipated culinary destination.

Community & People, Current Affairs, Food and LifestyleFête ChinoiseDecember 5, 2024Food, asian food, Asian Food, restaurant, RestaurantComment

Mott 32 Arrives in Toronto, Bringing a Fusion of Tradition and Innovation to the City’s Culinary Scene

Toronto’s vibrant Chinese community and the city's inclusive nature make it relatively easy to find exceptional Chinese cuisine, representing diverse regions across China. Joining this rich culinary landscape is Mott 32, a globally renowned brand known for revitalizing traditional Chinese cuisine. Launched within the Shangri-La Toronto, this three-story restaurant honours its Asian heritage while connecting with the city’s multicultural spirit. This marks Mott 32’s second location in Canada, following the successful launch of its Vancouver branch in 2017.

Food and LifestyleFête ChinoiseAugust 16, 2024Food, food, asian food, Asian Food, chinesefood, Chinese Food, restaurant, RestaurantComment

Parenthood & Entrepreneurship with Craig Wong, Jamaican Chinese Restauranteer

Chef Craig Wong tells us how his restaurant Patois has adapted in 2020 and gives advice to fellow parents during this time. Learn what Jamaican Chinese cuisine means to him personally and how you can order something to heat at home!

Food and LifestyleGuest UserDecember 29, 2020Food, Restaurant, Entrepreneur, ParentingComment

Grit + Resilience: Hong Shing Restaurant

Colin Li of Hong Shing Restaurant shares about why he wanted to take over the family business and tells us about all the innovations he is creating to give Chinese food a new look.