Hi, I'm Mian 👋

A passionate home cook and food content creator with over 15 years of cooking experience. I've had the privilege of working at some of New York's most celebrated Michelin-starred restaurants, including Jean-Georges and Mari.

I share my love for food across Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and 小红书 — from street food discoveries to recipes inspired by my travels around the world.

My philosophy is simple: eat everything, go everywhere. No restrictions, no prejudice — just great food. When I'm not cooking, you'll find me exploring world cuisines or crafting a carefully balanced cocktail. 🍹

Recipes

Cantonese Turnip Cake with Chinese Sausage and Dried Shrimp
CantoneseDim SumPorkSteamed

Cantonese Turnip Cake with Chinese Sausage and Dried Shrimp

腊味萝卜糕

A savory, pan-fried Cantonese-style turnip cake made with shredded daikon, Chinese sausage, dried shrimp, shallots, and a rice flour-based batter — soft, bouncy, and golden on the outside.

⏱ 1.5 hours + overnight chilling 🍽 Serves 2
Chiayi Turkey Rice (Chicken Version)
TaiwanRiceStreet Food

Chiayi Turkey Rice (Chicken Version)

嘉义火鸡肉饭

Tender poached chicken over rice with crispy fried shallots, tangy pickled cucumber, and an umami-packed sauce — a taste of Chiayi's rich street food culture.

⏱ 45 mins 🍽 Serves 2
Fujian-Style Savory Rice with Pork Belly and Shallot Oil
FujianRicePorkComfort Food

Fujian-Style Savory Rice with Pork Belly and Shallot Oil

闽南咸饭

A quick and comforting Fujian-style savory rice made in a rice cooker with pork belly, dried shiitake mushrooms, carrots, dried shrimp, and crispy shallot oil — fragrant, savory, and rich without being heavy.

⏱ 1 hour 🍽 Serves 4
Hawker-Style Hokkien Mee
Southeast AsianNoodlesSeafoodStreet Food

Hawker-Style Hokkien Mee

福建炒面

A quick home version of Southeast Asian-style Hokkien mee — thick wheat noodles stir-fried with seafood, garlic, pork fat, and a rich, glossy savory sauce.

⏱ 30 mins 🍽 Serves 2
Hong Kong–Style Curry
Hong KongCurryComfort Food

Hong Kong–Style Curry

港式咖喱

A rich, aromatic curry crafted from a blend of wet and dry spices — slow-cooked to perfection in the tradition of Hong Kong's vibrant culinary scene.

⏱ 1–2 hours (depending on protein) 🍽 Serves 4
Japanese Milk Pudding
JapaneseDessertNo-Bake

Japanese Milk Pudding

日式牛奶布丁

A silky, delicate milk pudding with a creamy dairy base set with gelatin — simple, elegant, and deeply satisfying.

⏱ 20 mins + 6 hours chilling 🍽 Serves 2
Thai Mango Sticky Rice
ThaiDessertNo-Bake

Thai Mango Sticky Rice

泰式芒果糯米饭

A classic Thai-style mango sticky rice made with sweet coconut milk, steamed glutinous rice, and ripe mango. The key is letting the hot rice absorb warm coconut milk until glossy, tender, and deeply fragrant.

⏱ 1 hour + overnight soaking 🍽 Serves 2
Shanghainese Claypot Rice
ShanghaiRicePorkComfort Food

Shanghainese Claypot Rice

上海菜饭

A simple rice cooker clay pot-style rice made with pancetta, Shanghai bok choy, and fluffy rice. The pancetta adds savory aroma and just enough fat to flavor the rice without making it too heavy.

⏱ 45 mins 🍽 Serves 2
Sichuan Chili Beef Bites
SichuanBeefSpicyCold Dish

Sichuan Chili Beef Bites

四川麻辣牛肉

A spicy, savory Sichuan-style cold beef dish tossed with chili, sesame, and aromatic spices. Adapted from Wang Gang's recipe — best served chilled, especially with drinks.

⏱ 2 hours + chilling 🍽 Serves 4
Grandpa's Secret Sweet and Sour Ribs
Comfort FoodPorkBraised

Grandpa's Secret Sweet and Sour Ribs

糖醋排骨

Tender baby back ribs braised in a glossy Jiangsu-style sweet and sour sauce. Simple, fragrant, and perfect with rice.

⏱ 1 hour 🍽 Serves 2
Sichuan Spicy Braised Chicken with Taro
SichuanChickenSpicyBraised

Sichuan Spicy Braised Chicken with Taro

成都芋儿鸡

A cozy, spicy Sichuan-style chicken stew with tender chicken pieces, creamy taro, fermented chili paste, beer, and warm spices. The taro soaks up all the savory broth and becomes soft, creamy, and incredibly flavorful.

⏱ 1 hour 🍽 Serves 3
Typhoon Shelter Chicken Wings
Hong KongFriedChickenStreet Food

Typhoon Shelter Chicken Wings

避风塘炸鸡翅

Crispy chicken wings tossed with fried garlic, Sichuan chili, and crunchy panko breadcrumbs — a Hong Kong street food classic.

⏱ 2.5 hours (incl. marinating) 🍽 Serves 2