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David Chang
Chef & Owner, Momofuku Restaurants
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What should we be asking ourselves?
"Am I happy?" … Watch
January 25, 2008 | In Inspiration & Wisdom
Whom would you like to interview?
"Would I get to hang out with them?" … Watch
January 25, 2008 | In Inspiration & Wisdom
David Chang On Genetically-Modified Food
Genetically-modified food may have undiscovered benefits, Chang says. … Watch
January 25, 2008 | In Arts & Culture
How has globalization changed the way we eat?
Its white asparagus season somewhere, right? … Watch
January 25, 2008 | In Arts & Culture
David Chang is a Korean-American chef who is known for his unique combination of Asian food and French technique. After graduating Trinity College, Chang worked briefly in the financial services before embarking upon his career as a chef. Chang attended the French Culinary Institute and opened his first restaurant, Momofuku Noodle Bar, in Manhattan's East Village in 2003. Momofuku proved a resounding success; food critics as well as customers loved the restaurant's signature dishes, such as the Asian burrito and the kimchi and pork consomme.
In 2006, Chang opened his a second restaurant, Momofuku Ssam Bar. Chang was honored as both GQ and Bon Appetit's 2007 Chef of the Year. Chang is unapologetic about his food. "We do not serve vegetarian-friendly items," Chang has said. "Vegetarians are a pain in the ass as customers."
