CHOP CHOP History – Celebrating 15 Years!
History of Chop Chop
The idea of Chop Chop Restaurant Week was conceived by a few Uptown restaurant owners and chefs who recognized the quality and uniqueness of our many dining establishments.
Saint John got its first taste of Chop Chop in the Fall of 2009 and we’ve been chopping up delicious plates ever since!
The inspired idea of offering something unique at consistent price levels caught on quickly. Restaurants recognized this as an opportunity to promote the unique and diverse dining scene. Uptown Saint John is home to many independent restaurants, all located within a few blocks and all simmering with distinct delicious tastes.
Uptown Saint John has ultimately become a dining destination with a tightly-knit cluster of establishments who compliment each other nicely. The restaurants also thought it important to support the important ‘Lunch Connection Program,’ which the restaurants have faithfully donated to since 2013. (a total over $95,000 to date)
There have been a few changes over the years, but the excitement, quality, and popularity has only grown. Celebrate 15 years with us by enjoying some delightful Chop Chop dishes during Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Nov 4-10, 2024
POSTERS
2009 – First ever Chop Chop event kick-off with free tastes to promote the event. Front and centre, was the late Margaret Begner, owner of Opera Bistro, who was instrumental in starting this event.
2015 – Behind the scenes of a photo shoot with our crazy chefs styling their tools of the trade, and acting out for the camera!
Photos above at a Chop Chop event kick-off, which took place at One Princess Street. Tastes and Nibbles were given to press and media in efforts to promote the event.
Just a sample of the fantastic earned media our Chop Chop restaurant week as received over the years.
Have a look at our promo videos over the years.
Lunch Connection Donations
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Fall 2023
Total donation to Lunch Connection: $2,263
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Fall 2022
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Winter 2022
The donation was accepted for the Lunch Connection program by Erin Rideout and Bonnie Hunt. Cheque was presented by Nancy Tissington, Executive Director of Uptown Saint John, on behalf of the Chop Chop Winter 2022 Restaurants.
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Fall 2021
The donation was accepted for the Lunch Connection by Erin Rideout, Kate MacDonald, & Ben Gillcrist.
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Winter 2021 (didn’t happen due to covid)
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Fall 2020
Cheque for $1,397.00 presented to Lunch Connection.
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Winter 2020
Cheque for $3,128 presented to Lunch Connection
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Fall 2019
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Winter 2019
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Fall, 2018
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Winter, 2018
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Fall 2017
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Winter 2017
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Fall 2016
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Winter 2016
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Fall 2015
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Winter 2015
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Fall 2014
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Winter 2014
Chop Chop Restaurant Week, Fall 2013
