Chef's Table Presented by Milk Returns to The Royal for a Second year with Michelin Starred Chef Lineup

Oct 14, 2025

The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is pleased to announce the return of the Chef's Table Presented by Milk in partnership with Dairy Farmers of Ontario, as the title sponsor of the series. Taking place throughout the ten days of The Royal, November 7 to 16, the Chef's Table will once again showcase the very best of culinary excellence, while offering guests an immersive cooking experience utilizing high-quality, local Ontario milk and dairy products with recipes crafted by some of Canada's top chefs.

This year's Chef's Table features Eric Robertson of Restaurant Pearl Morissette, recently honoured with his second Michelin star, alongside fellow Michelin-recognized chefs Daniele Corona of DaNico, Jeremy Austin of The Pine and Rafael Covarrubias of Hexagon. For the first time, The Royal will showcase multiple Michelin starred chefs on one stage, giving guests a rare opportunity to experience world class culinary talent in an engaging and accessible setting.

Building on the success of 2024, the Chef's Table Presented by Milk will feature interactive cooking demonstrations designed for all ages and skill levels. Guests can learn directly from leading chefs while preparing a finished dish, creating an engaging and accessible experience for families and aspiring home cooks. Tickets start at $28 per class, with general admission to the Fair sold separately.

For those seeking an elevated dining experience, the Chef's Table Dinner Series Presented by Milk returns with four multi-course dinners and one premium brunch. Each event highlights seasonality, sustainability and local producers, offering three to five thoughtfully prepared courses paired with curated beverages, along with opportunities to engage personally with the chefs and their culinary teams. This is The Royal's premium culinary experience.

"This year's Chef's Table showcases where excellence in Canadian agriculture meets excellence in the kitchen," said Cyrus Cooper, Chief Executive Officer, The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. "Welcoming Michelin starred chefs Daniele Corona, Jeremy Austin, Eric Robertson and Rafael Covarrubias elevates the program while keeping it welcoming for families and home cooks. We are grateful to Dairy Farmers of Ontario for their continued partnership, and for helping us showcase the high-quality and versatility of Ontario milk and dairy."

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Video: Dicamba Returns for Georgia Farmers: What the New EPA Ruling Means for Cotton Growers

After being unavailable in 2024 due to registration issues, dicamba products are returning for Georgia farmers this growing season — but under strict new conditions.

In this report from Tifton, Extension Weed Specialist Stanley Culpepper explains the updated EPA ruling, including new application limits, mandatory training requirements, and the need for a restricted use pesticide license. Among the key changes: a cap of two ½-pound applications per year and the required use of an approved volatility reduction agent with every application.

For Georgia cotton producers, the ruling is significant. According to Taylor Sills with the Georgia Cotton Commission, the vast majority of cotton planted in the state carries the dicamba-tolerant trait — meaning farmers had been paying for technology they couldn’t use.

While environmental groups have expressed concerns over spray drift, Georgia growers have reduced off-target pesticide movement by more than 91% over the past decade. Still, this two-year registration period will come with increased scrutiny, making stewardship and compliance more important than ever.