2026 CHOWDER CUP
Chowder Cup 2026, the inaugural chowder competition where eight local BC Culinary talents showcase local BC sustainable seafood on Thursday, February 5, 2026 for the title.
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02, 2026
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01, 2026
The CTS Advisory Council
We’re pleased to announce the enhancement of the Chefs’ Table Society Advisory Council.
As Chefs’ Table Society (CTS) continues to grow its impact, we are formally augmenting our existing ex-officio directors, Sid Cross and Jamie Maw, by evolving and strengthening our Advisory Council. This enhancement reflects both where CTS has been—and where we are going next.
The Advisory Council Read More …
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01, 2026
Whole Grains
Event Recap : Whole Grain Talk with Tommy
Hosted at The Commons by CTS
Tuesday, January 13th, 2026 · 5:30 PM
We were thrilled to host an intimate whole grain discussion at The Commons by CTS on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026 at 5:30 PM, led by Tommy Aird from Tommy’s Whole Grain. The evening brought together pastry and baking professionals to explore whole Read More …
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01, 2026
Chowder Cup Fundraiser February 5, 2026
Vancouver, BC — The Chefs’ Table Society is thrilled to announce the return of one of Vancouver’s most anticipated and beloved culinary competitions: The Chowder Cup, taking place on February 5, 2026 as a part of Dine Out Vancouver.
This high-energy event will see eight talented chefs go head-to-head in an all-out sustainable seafood chowder brawl, competing for Read More …
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12, 2025
Interested in Professional Cook 1 training at Camosun College?
Chefs’ Table Society is recruiting passionate aspiring cooks for a fully funded Professional Cook 1 cohort at Camosun College starting January 12.
This program is ideal for people who love cooking and are looking to build a career in restaurant kitchens or non-traditional culinary roles such as community food programs, health care, senior living, and more. To be eligible, candidates must Read More …
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11, 2025
2025 Culinary Apprentice of the Year Winners Announced
Apprentice of the Year 2025 Competition showcasing twelve local BC Culinary talents was hosted by Chefs’ Table Society of BC on Friday, November 14 at Vancouver Community College.
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10, 2025
Grand Opening of The Commons by CTS
Header photo showcases the 2025 Board. Left to Right – Front Row: Camille Sauvagnac, Cheryl Chang, Jamie Maw, Ned Bell, Poyan Danesh, Shawna Gardham. Back Row: TJ Conwi, Alex Tung, Dez Lo, Chris Andraza, Johnny Bridge, Stacy Johnston, Cory Pelan, Robert Belcham, Joan Cross, Sid Cross. Missing members: Joel Stirke, Tret Jordan, Peter Warsycki
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10, 2025
Jamie Maw’s Grand Opening Speech
Speech by Jamie Maw at the Grand Opening of The Commons by CTS
October 9, 2025
Welcome everyone to our wonderful new CTS Culinary Commons.
It seems almost otherworldly to realize that almost a quarter century has rushed past since the founding of the Chefs’ Table Society of British Columbia.
Here we are today, after recessions, Covid and other setbacks, Read More …
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09, 2025
Brewery and the Beast Vancouver Island 2025
Capping off the summer season this year, Chefs’ Table Society of BC hosted a booth at this year’s Brewery and the Beast Vancouver Island 2025! CTS Sustainability Chair, Chef Chris Andraza led the team, serving a pork belly and scallop brochette with apple cider chutney. Guests lined up throughout Read More …
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09, 2025
CTS Culinary Commons – a new home for BC’s culinary community
CTS Culinary Commons
Grand Opening Open House
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 4pm-6pm
1250 East Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2B1
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07, 2025
Brewery and the Beast Vancouver 2025
Smoke, fire, and the irresistible aroma of sizzling meat filled the air. Sunshine, ice-cold drinks, and the best vibes in town set the stage for 17 Black Event’s Brewery and the Beast 2025—and it did not disappoint!
Chefs’ Table BC was proud to return to the VIP booth as the passed canapé provider Read More …
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07, 2025
False Creek Crab Fest – July 6, 2025: A Feast by the Sea to Remember
Sunday, July 6, 2025, under clear blue skies at False Creek Fishermen’s Wharf, Vancouver’s much-loved False Creek Crab Fest returned for its third annual celebration. Chefs’ Table Society of BC took on the planning of the festival this year in support of BC Crab Fishermen’s Association and turned the waterfront into a festive hub of community, crab, Read More …
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06, 2025
Restaurant Culture Shift
After two years of development, we’re excited to share that the Chefs’ Table Society’s Restaurant Workplace Culture Toolkit is ready to share! Reach out to learn more to: ed@chefstablesociety.com
This toolkit includes over 30 practical tools designed to help small- and medium-sized restaurants strengthen their policies, improve retention, support staff, and build a positive workplace culture WHILE saving you time! From Read More …
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05, 2025
Spot Prawn Festival 2025
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The Spot Prawn Festival is made possible due to the generosity of our sponsors, who have been with us since the beginning and some new friends we made along the way:
Pacific Prawn Fishermen Association (PPFA) and their fishermen
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05, 2025
Chefs in the Field – Growing Connections Between Kitchen & Farm
I’ll admit that for years I didn’t know how Brussels sprouts grow.
Because I’d worked with ‘regular’ cabbage for years, I assumed these ‘micro cabbages’ (as one of my more pretentious chefs had called them) grew generally the same way. I assumed they popped out of the ground in a gorgeous array of leaves and were plucked from the center when Read More …