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Issue 65 ·28 April 2026 Hong Kong

The Chairman Reclaims Asia's Top Restaurant Crown

Hong Kong's Cantonese powerhouse returns to No. 1 after five years

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The Chairman in Hong Kong was named The Best Restaurant in Asia at the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2026 awards ceremony on March 25, held at Kerry Hotel in Hong Kong.

This marks the first time The Chairman has reclaimed the No. 1 position since its historic win in 2021. The restaurant earned recognition for its Cantonese cuisine that emphasizes local and regional produce, often updating centuries-old recipes with modern creativity.

The 2026 list featured eight new entries, signaling the region's dynamic culinary evolution.

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VICTORY

First No. 1 win since 2021 for The Chairman

APPROACH

Centuries-old recipes updated with modern creativity

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