#FOOD: CHEF NUIT REGULAR X CHEF EVA CHIN LUNAR NEW YEAR 2026 COLLABORATION

Two of Toronto’s most acclaimed chefs, Chef Nuit Regular (PAI, Kiin, Tha Phae Tavern, Chaiyo, Sukhothai, Makilala) and Chef Eva Chin (Yan Dining Room, The Soy Luck Club), are reuniting for their highly anticipated Lunar New Year collaboration dinner, returning after two consecutive sold-out years.

Celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse, the 2026 edition unfolds over two intimate evenings: February 19
at Kiin and February 20 at Yan Dining Room. Rooted in friendship and a shared philosophy around
storytelling, hospitality and flavour, the collaboration comes to life through an exclusive eight-course
chef’s tasting menu that blends Northern Thai and Northern Chinese cuisines.

Drawing from their shared culinary foundations, the menu explores common threads between both
traditions, from noodles and pork to time-honoured techniques such as stir-frying, steaming and
fermentation. These elements allow the chefs to move seamlessly between cuisines, creating dishes that
feel both comforting and unexpected.

Guests can expect handcrafted plates that balance comfort and complexity, including dumplings paired
with shellfish bisque and chilli oil, prosperity-inspired housemade tofu, and longevity noodles enriched
with slow-simmered pork bone and tomato ragout. Charcoal-grilled meats anchor the menu, while
desserts close the evening with contrast, texture and nostalgia through elements such as crispy rice,
coconut-pandan gelato, tamarind caramel and charcoal-roasted sweet potato.

“This collaboration continues to be one of the highlights of our year,” says Chef Eva Chin. “Each dinner
gives us the opportunity to honour our shared traditions while creating something new together. Lunar
New Year is about generosity, connection and starting the year with intention, and we love expressing that through this menu.”

Chef Nuit Regular adds, “Working with Chef Eva always feels natural because we share the same respect
for heritage and storytelling through food. Lunar New Year is such a meaningful moment for both of us,
and we are excited to welcome guests back to celebrate with a menu that reflects our roots and our
friendship.”

Known for its intimacy and attention to detail, this annual dinner has become a Lunar New Year ritual for
many Toronto diners. With limited seating and a history of selling out, the two-night experience invites guests to welcome the new year through food that is generous, expressive and rooted in shared
celebration.

Limited seating, reservations are strongly encouraged.

Event Details:
Kiin x Yan Dining Room Lunar New Year Collaboration Dinner
Menu: Eight course chef’s tasting menu
Price: $208 per person excluding 20 percent gratuity and tax
Dietary notes: No modifications for allergies or dietary restrictions

Thursday, February 19, 2026
Kiin Toronto, 326 Adelaide St. W.
Dinner begins at 7:00 p.m.
Reservations: HERE

Friday, February 20, 2026
Yan Dining Room, 195 Dundas St. W.
Dinner begins at 7:00 p.m.
Reservations: HERE

For more information and updates on this exciting series, follow @YanDiningRoom on Instagram or visit
the Hong Shing website for reservation details.