FROM as far back as the 1980s, many Malaysians could routinely be found glued to the screen watching celebrity chef Martin Yan in action. Like everyone else, I too was enraptured by Yan’s gregarious personality – the sparkle in his eyes, his constant smile and the ease (and mad speed!) with which he cooked food – all served to add to his appeal.
Yan’s allure transcends age, geographical barriers and ethnicity. He has been cooking on television since 1979 and through his signature show Yan Can Cook – he has been able to dispel myths about Chinese cuisine whilst also disseminating information about the cuisine of his homeland.
