Chef Eric Chong at aKin, Toronto

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About Chef Eric Chong

Eric Chong is a highly acclaimed Canadian chef, best known as the first-ever winner of MasterChef Canada. He has since become a Michelin-recognized chef, leading two prominent restaurants in Toronto, aKin and R&D Spadina, showcasing his innovative approach to modern Asian-Canadian cuisine.

★Awards & Recognition

★MasterChef Canada Season 1 Winner (2014)★Michelin Young Chef / Culinary Professio… (2025)★Michelin Star (2025)

Chef Timeline

2014

Won MasterChef Canada Season 1

Became the first winner of the Canadian reality cooking competition.

Became Chef/Partner

R&D Spadina

Co-founded or joined as a partner in R&D Spadina, a restaurant known for modern Asian-Canadian cuisine.

Became Chef/Partner

aKin

Co-founded or joined as a partner in aKin, a fine dining establishment.

2025

Received Michelin Young Chef / Culinary Professional Award

Recognized by the Michelin Guide for his emerging talent.

2025

aKin Awarded Michelin Star

aKin

His restaurant aKin received a prestigious Michelin Star.

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Eric Chong is a highly acclaimed Canadian chef, best known as the first-ever winner of MasterChef Canada. He has since become a Michelin-recognized chef, leading two prominent restaurants in Toronto, aKin and R&D Spadina, showcasing his innovative approach to modern Asian-Canadian cuisine.

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Cuisine Highlights

Modern Asian-CanadianFine DiningCreative Fusion

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Chef Eric Chong's restaurant aKin was awarded a Michelin Star in 2025, a significant achievement for the chef and his team. He also received the Michelin Young Chef / Culinary Professional Award in the same year, recognizing his talent and contributions to the culinary scene.