Friday November 6 - 5:30PM
Appears at #18 on Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants list for 2026
Chef Jason Bangerter is among Canada’s most celebrated chefs, leading Langdon Hall, one of the country’s most acclaimed destination restaurants. Renowned for its poetic, hyper-local cuisine, his menus are inspired by the estate’s gardens, forests, and surrounding farms, creating elegant dishes that reflect the changing seasons. Jason’s thoughtful leadership combines precision, craftsmanship, and storytelling, delivering an unforgettable dining experience deeply rooted in Ontario’s landscape.
Saturday November 7 - 5:30PM
No. 63 on the global list of The World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants for 2026
Chef David Schwartz is one of Toronto’s most influential culinary voices and the founder of Big Hug Hospitality. After earning acclaim with Mimi Chinese and Sunny’s Chinese—including a Michelin Bib Gourmand and the Michelin Young Chef Award—David opened Linny’s in 2024, a deli-inspired steakhouse named in honour of his late mother. Blending classic Jewish deli traditions with modern steakhouse cooking, Linny’s celebrates heritage through bold flavours, warm hospitality, and inventive techniques. David’s philosophy is simple: create restaurants where people feel genuinely connected through exceptional food and heartfelt hospitality.
Thursday November 12 - 6:30PM
Friday November 13 - 5:30PM
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Prime Seafood Palace appears at #41 on Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants list for 2026
Chef Coulson Armstrong is a Toronto-born, Humber College-trained chef whose cooking reflects classical technique and global inspiration. After nearly a decade with Oliver & Bonacini, he expanded his craft through extensive travel and stages across Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Copenhagen, and California before partnering with Matty Matheson to help build Our House Hospitality. In 2025, Coulson won Top Chef Canada, further cementing his reputation as one of the country’s leading culinary talents. His menus emphasize seasonality, restraint, and refined execution, while his latest venture, The Iron Cow, showcases his passion for approachable, ingredient-driven cooking in a relaxed setting. At Chef’s Table, guests can expect a thoughtful menu that celebrates elegance without excess.
Saturday November 14 - 5:30PM
Chef Zach Smith – Chef & Owner, Fat Rabbit & Les Incompetents
Fat Rabbit appears at #48 on Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants list for 2026
Chef Zach Smith is the creative force behind Fat Rabbit and the recently opened French-inspired wine bar, Les Incompetents. Known for bold flavours, playful technique, and meticulous craftsmanship, Zach draws inspiration from Niagara’s exceptional producers alongside global culinary influences. Whether showcasing whole-animal butchery at Fat Rabbit or refined French-inspired seafood and seasonal cooking at Les Incompetents, his food balances comfort with innovation. At Chef’s Table, expect a menu full of personality, technical excellence, and unforgettable flavour.
Chef Ben Lim – Executive Chef, The Lunch Lady
Chef Ben Lim is the Executive Chef of Toronto’s The Lunch Lady, the celebrated Vietnamese restaurant inspired by the legendary Saigon street food icon made famous by Anthony Bourdain. Leading the restaurant’s first Toronto location, Ben combines authentic Vietnamese flavours with refined technique and contemporary presentation while honouring the legacy of founder Nguyễn Thị Thanh. His menus celebrate the vibrant energy of Vietnamese street cuisine through bold flavours, fresh ingredients, and thoughtful execution. At Chef’s Table, guests can expect a lively, flavour-driven experience that brings the spirit of Vietnam to every dish.