The Orient Chinese Cuisine

06/07/2026

🔥 NEW FEATURE BBQ ALERT 🔥
Introducing Chef Ivan’s Charcoal Cantonese BBQ Pork at The Orient.

Slow-marinated using Chef Ivan’s traditional Cantonese recipe, then cooked to order over natural charcoal for an unmistakable smoky aroma and beautifully caramelized glaze. Tender, juicy, and packed with authentic Hong Kong-style flavor, this is Cantonese BBQ pork the way it was meant to be enjoyed.
The charcoal fire adds a depth of flavor that simply can't be achieved in a conventional oven—bringing back the taste of traditional street-side siu mei found throughout Southern China and Hong Kong.

🥢 Handcrafted by Chef Ivan Chan
🔥 Cooked fresh to order over real charcoal
⏱️ Please allow 18–20 minutes for preparation
🍯 Sweet, smoky, savory, and perfectly charred
📍 Available now at The Orient

Good food takes time. Experience the rich flavors and aroma of authentic charcoal-roasted Cantonese BBQ Pork, freshly prepared just for you.

📸 By

05/31/2026

05/18/2026

✨ Cha Chaan Teng Sunday Begins May 24 ✨🇭🇰

Our very first Cha Chaan Teng Sunday launches May 24 with:

🐟 Hong Kong-Style Halibut & Tofu Rice
Crispy Nova Scotia halibut, silky tofu, peppers, and onion in a light Cantonese savoury sauce over steamed rice and green onion.
Served with Chef Ivan’s signature golden kimchi.

A nostalgic Hong Kong café classic reimagined by Chef Ivan Chan using premium local ingredients while staying true to the comforting flavours of a traditional cha chaan teng.

Expect:
🎶 Hong Kong 80s music
🫖 Retro café vibes
🍽️ Elevated comfort dishes
🇭🇰 A journey back to Hong Kong memories

One dish. One Sunday. Endless memories.

📍Launching Sunday, May 24
Stay tuned for future weekly features.

05/16/2026

🇭🇰 Sunday Cha Chaan Teng Series Begins 🇭🇰

A first preview of our 2026 Sunday Cha Chaan Teng Series — a nostalgic journey through the comforting flavours of classic Hong Kong café culture, reimagined by Chef Ivan Chan.

First Featured Dish
豆腐班腩飯
Crispy Local Halibut & Tofu Rice Bowl

Fresh local halibut, lightly battered and fried golden, served over steamed rice with silky tofu, finished with a classic Cantonese braising sauce, fresh vegetables, and seasonal Chinese greens — inspired by the everyday comfort dishes found in the cha chaan tengs of old Hong Kong.

Today’s photo comes directly from Chef Ivan’s kitchen testing as he continues refining the first feature of the series.

Feature Price $25
Pair it with our signature Hong Kong Café-Style Iced Tea for only $30

📅 Available Sunday, May 24

⚠️ Limited quantities available while supplies last.
Reserve your table early and join us for the first taste of this summer’s nostalgic retro Sunday series filled with classic flavours, Hong Kong memories, and elevated comfort dishes.

05/08/2026

Celebrate Mom with a Special Family Meal at The Orient 💐

Join us this Mother’s Day weekend, May 8th, 9th & 10th, 2026, and treat Mom to a delicious family-style dinner for $128 + tax.

Mother’s Day Special Includes:

The Orient’s Signature Egg Rolls (4)
Sweet & Sour Chicken or Sweet Chili Ginger Chicken
Mongolian Beef
Dry-Fried Szechuan Green Beans
Yang Chow Fried Rice or Shrimp & Egg Fried Rice

All dine-in customers receive a FREE dessert on Mother’s Day (while quantities last).

Reserve your table and make it a weekend Mom will never forget.

04/25/2026

Chef Ivan and his kitchen team have been putting in the work behind the scenes, taking our game to the next level.

Soon, we’ll be serving his signature BBQ pork, freshly charcoal grilled to order for that bold smoky flavor.

Here’s a little preview of what’s coming… stay tuned. 👀

02/19/2026

Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your incredible support over the past 10 years. To my family, my wife, my staff, and everyone who joined us in the last two days—you've made this journey so special. This year was especially meaningful: we had two Order of Canada recipients with us on both nights— and Dr. Kim Brook from Dalhousie University. And, of course, it wouldn’t be a Chinese New Year dinner at The Orient without our Mayor, Mr. Andy Fillmore I am beyond humbled, beyond grateful—this was one of the most joyful chapters in The Orient’s history. I hope we keep this momentum going for many years to come. Wishing all of you a beautiful, prosperous Year of the Fire Horse in 2026!

02/18/2026

✨ 10 Years. One Incredible Night. ✨

Tonight we celebrated our 10th Annual Chinese New Year Dinner at The Orient — a decade of passion, culture, resilience, and community since opening our doors in October 2015.
Chinese New Year is about renewal, courage, and rising higher each year. And this year, we had the honour of celebrating excellence in the room with Canada’s own Ellie Black, recipient of the Order of Canada 🇨🇦

Strength. Grace. Discipline. Perseverance.

The very spirit of the New Year.

To stand together, raise a glass, and recognize a true Canadian role model made our 10th celebration unforgettable.

To our guests, friends, and supporters — thank you for believing in us for the past decade. We are just getting started. ❤️🐉

One more night to go

Gong Hei Fat Choy. 恭喜发财

06/10/2025

🚨 The Orient 2.0 — New Menu Officially Launching Late July 2025 🚨

After months of careful crafting, inspiration, and passion, we are thrilled to introduce The Orient 2.0 — a bold evolution of our restaurant’s soul and spirit.

This is more than just a relaunch. It’s a redefinition of what Cantonese cuisine can be — a celebration of heritage and innovation, tradition and creativity, past and future.

At The Orient 2.0, you will discover:
🔸 Timeless Cantonese flavours, carefully preserved and deeply rooted in history
🔸 Modern craftsmanship and artistry that elevate each dish to a new height
🔸 A fresh approach to presentation, where every plate is a visual story, crafted to delight all your senses
🔸 A continued commitment to supporting local producers, with the finest Nova Scotia ingredients featured in every dish

Indulge in some of our signature creations, including:
🔥 The creative Hong Kong Cantonese Wonton Taco — featuring Chef Ivan’s signature classics reinvented, like our family recipe sweet and sour, Hong Kong café curry, and even the award-winning Peking duck, all in a delicious new form
🔥 Our beloved sous vide local pork belly, tender and richly seasoned to perfection
🔥 A fried rice special showcasing the best of local ingredients and flavours

Our journey is a tribute to the generations who shaped this cuisine, and a promise to push its boundaries without losing its soul.

Where Timeless Flavour Meets Modern Craft.

We can’t wait to share this new chapter with you — thank you for being part of our story.

01/02/2025

Embark on a Culinary Journey This Chinese New Year 2025

Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience as we celebrate the Chinese New Year with a menu inspired by our chef's upcoming travels across Asia. Immerse yourself in a gastronomic adventure that highlights the rich flavors and traditions of the continent.

Our exclusive 10+ course menu marries timeless Cantonese classics with bold, innovative creations, all crafted from the finest ingredients to excite and delight your palate.

For an element of surprise, the full menu will be unveiled just one week prior to the event. Don’t miss the chance to savor this extraordinary culinary masterpiece.

Event Details:
📅 Date: January 29th & 30th
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM seating | 6:00 PM dinner service
📍 Location: The Orient Chinese Cuisine, 227 Bedford Highway

Reservations:
📧 Email: [email protected]

💵 Price: $170 per person (Deposit required to secure your spot)

Photo credit: .coast.food.stories