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Eric Chong

b. 1991

Canadian chef

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About Eric Chong

Born 1991. Eric Chong is a Canadian cook and restaurateur, known for Masterchef Canada.

Eric Chong (born 27 December 1991) is a Canadian chef, former engineer, and a restaurateur who was the winner of the first season of MasterChef Canada, winning at age 21.

Career He obtained a degree in chemical engineering from McMaster University and started working in the field, but quit when he heard the casting call for MasterChef Canada. After winning the competition, he received an offer from Alvin Leung, one of the judges, to train with him and open a restaurant together. Leung noted similarities between himself and Chong, such as their background in engineering and their families' initial disapproval of their choice of trade. They opened R&D in Toronto in 2015, serving Asian fusion dishes such as lobster chow mein, inspired by his winning dish in the final round of MasterChef Canada. Chong later made a cameo on MasterChef Canada season 3, where the two teams took over R&D's kitchen serving various alumni of the show and were judged on their performance.

In 2025, Eric Chong's restaurant aKin in Toronto, Canada was awarded a prestigious Michelin Star. Eric Chong also won the Michelin Young Chef award.

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Masterchef Canada
Education
McMaster University

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Eric Chong?

Canadian chef

When was Eric Chong born?

Eric Chong was born on 27 December 1991.

What is Eric Chong's occupation?

Eric Chong is a cook and restaurateur.

What is Eric Chong known for?

Eric Chong is known for Masterchef Canada.

What nationality is Eric Chong?

Eric Chong is Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Eric Chong

· Wikidata: Q95492057

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