BC Restaurant and Foodservices Association Announces 2026 Inductees to the BC Restaurant Hall of Fame
The BC Restaurant and Foodservices Association (BCRFA) is thrilled to unveil the 24 remarkable individuals who will be inducted into the BC Restaurant Hall of Fame! This year’s inductees join a prestigious roster of more than 150 culinary and hospitality trailblazers who have shaped British Columbia’s vibrant food and dining culture over the last two decades.
The highly anticipated Inductee Evening Dinner will take place on Monday, October 19, 2026, in Vancouver — an unforgettable night of celebration, stories, and connection as the industry comes together to honour excellence, innovation, and lifelong contribution.
Tickets are now available and expected to sell out quickly. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this milestone evening! For ticket information and to reserve your seat, visit: BUY TICKETS.
“These 24 outstanding individuals represent excellence across all corners of BC’s food and restaurant industry. Honoured across several categories, this year’s inductees exemplify passion, resilience, and leadership,” comments Ian Tostenson, President/CEO BCRFA. “From chefs and restaurateurs to visionary leaders and advocates, each inductee has left a lasting mark on the culinary community in British Columbia. The 2026 celebration promises to be an inspiring and heartfelt tribute to their contributions.”
Introducing the 2026 Inductees
Active Restaurateur
- Angus An, Full House Hospitality
- Jason Forbes, Tap & Barrel Group J.C. Poirier, St. Lawrence
- Lucais Syme, Autostrada Hospitality
- Ray Russell, Freshslice
- Reuben Major, VanUrban Hospitality
Local Champion
- Craig Sheridan + Jill Sheridan + Jonathan Burke + Alex Ploughman, Legends Haul
- Ned Bell, Hatch Hospitality
Leading Employee/Manager: Front of House
- Sandy Grant, Moments Hospitality Collective
Leading Employee/Manager: Back of House
- Ashley Kurtz, Cactus Club
- Brian Everett, Gateway Casinos
Rising Star
- Shawn Soole, Clives/Laowai
Excellence in Corporate Operations
- Jenny Ryan, Sequoia Group of Restaurants
Supplier
- Jason Pleym, Two Rivers Meats
Friends of the Industry
- Christina Ferreira, Impact Events + Brand Management
- Michelle Sproule, SCOUT Magazine
- Richelle Akimov, Gordon Food Services
- Shawna Gardham, SGPR Connects Hospitality Consulting
Lifetime Achievement
- Bob Lindsay, Monk McQueen’s + LIFT Bar & Grill
- Bobby Naicker, Wings/Denny’s/Chop/Chkn Shack/River Reach
- Jack Lamont, Glowbal Restaurant Group
The BCRFA invites guests to join us in raising a glass to more than 20 years of recognizing the people who feed our communities, elevate our dining experiences, and make BC a world-class food destination.
