Gong hei fat choy! Lunar New Year is February 17, 2026, and this year an estimated two billion people worldwide will celebrate with parades, lion dances, red envelopes, lanterns, and of course, food.    2026 is the Year of the Horse and our Alberta chefs galloped to the kitchens to share recipes that highlight just a handful of cultures that observe the Lunar New Year. The flavours, textures, and pure joy that comes from eating them makes them suitable for enjoying with famil

Bringing a fun, communal experience to any table is important, and is the reason why Duck Báhn Xèo is a favourite dish on the menu. “It’s interactive, fun, and perfect for sharing, which reflects the warmth and abundance we want every guest to feel,” explains Chef Hieu of Calgary's An An.  These crispy Vietnamese pancakes filled with pulled duck are easy to make in a skillet at home and are perfect for sharing. “It’s a celebration dish,” adds Chef Calvin. “Golden, crispy, and

“This recipe is a whimsical take on our dad’s roast pork recipe,” explains Chef Will Chen of Edmonton's Boa & Hare. “It’s usually served with rice, but our take is to eat it in a bánh mi (a short baguette) slathered in pâté and butter, with cilantro, cucumber, fresh jalapeños, and lightly pickled julienned carrots.”

New Year celebrations are really about the people you’re with, so keeping things simple in the kitchen is a must. Chef Joel Matthew's recipe for Babi Kepac is an excellent addition to your winter menus. “It’s a dish rooted in Bali, Indonesia, and isn’t found anywhere else in the world. Every time I eat it, or even smell it, I’m reminded of home.”

Prawn Toast Bao secures a place in the Dim Sum section of the menu, and is Chef Andrew Fung's favourite, bringing with it a touch of nostalgia. “When I was young, the only time I ever got to eat prawn toast was at wedding banquets. I loved the texture and the richness of it. This dish is my way of recreating those memories — but elevated.”

What is Dim Sum? Dim sum is a collective term for a variety of small traditional Chinese dishes served with tea. The origins of dim sum,...

Gong Hei Fat Choy! Translates to “Wishing you happiness and prosperity”. Unlike the Gregorian calendar one night, all-out,...