Friendly Neighborhood chef cooks up joy
Hong Kong-based David Lai blends culinary artistry, personal philosophy and seasonal ingredients to inspire diners and viewers alike, Li Yingxue reports.
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Chef David Lai's journey on reality show Chef of China was anything but conventional.
During the grand finale, with the pressure mounting and two spots left in the final round, his fellow chefs were deep in concentration, perfecting their dishes. But Lai, the seasoned Hong Kong chef, took a completely different approach — calmly preparing his closing dish while singing "let me go".
It was more than a tune; it was his message to the judges: he was ready to step aside and let the next generation shine. "He has already achieved the freedom of culinary artistry," said judge Nicholas Tse, sensing not just the melody but the deeper sentiment behind it.
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