TORONTO — Chef Keith Pears has opened Glass Kitchen in Markham, Ont., offering an inventive approach to Asian-infused brunch and dinner menus, which include diverse flavours to innovative fusions, drawing inspiration from his family’s cultural traditions.
‘Glass Kitchen’ represents green glass, otherwise known as Jade which holds a special meaning as it pays tribute to Pear’s beloved grandmother, Jade. Her love and passion for cooking inspired him throughout his culinary journey, and her memory continues to guide him in creating his dishes. Each creation at Glass Kitchen is a blend of tradition, innovation and heartfelt memories that chef Pears has infused into his cooking.
“The space we’ve created at Glass Kitchen is fuelled by my passion and unwavering love for food that truly knows no boundaries,” says Pears. “Whether you’re joining us for brunch or dinner, we hope you have a memorable culinary experience and feel the purpose behind every dish.”
Growing up in Vancouver, Pears discovered his passion for cooking at a very young age. His grandma owned a Chinese-Western cafe where he would soak in the love, flavours, and traditions that made their food so special.
Throughout his career, he has climbed the ranks at various prestigious restaurants such as Teahouse in Stanley Park, Delta Hotels by Marriott and the W Hotel. Along the way, he gained recognition and acclaim in various food competitions, such as Best of the West, Chopped Canada and most recently, winning the National Selection for Bocuse d’Or. Pears will be representing Canada in the 2025 B’ocuse d’Or Finals in Lyon.
