Virtual Chef Yan

FAQs

1. Tell me more about Chef Yan!

Meet Chef Yan! Martin Yan has hosted food/travel TV shows for over 30 years and published more than 30 cookbooks, including Martin Yan’s Feast, Martin Yan’s Chinatown Cooking, Martin Yan’s Quick & Easy, and Martin Yan’s China. During the pandemic, Chef Yan has organized numerous virtual events that are both educational and entertaining for charities and corporate clients, including big names like Google.

Born in Guangzhou, China, into a restaurant and grocery family, Chef Yan developed a passion for cooking early on as an apprentice at a popular restaurant in Hong Kong. He further honed his skills at the Overseas Institute of Cookery in Hong Kong and later in the USA, where he also discovered a talent for teaching as a chef-instructor. In 1978, he launched the now-classic Yan Can Cook series, blending cooking lessons with his unique humor and expertise.

2. What can I expect from Chef Yan's virtual cook-along?

A highly entertaining and engaging virtual experience with a beloved TV chef! Online guests will take a journey of cultural and culinary discovery! Participants will cook Asian cuisine with Chef Yan in real-time. Chef Yan customizes the virtual cook-along for all skill levels and occasions, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Chinese New Year. Cuisines and topics include:

• Quick and easy 15-minute meals

• Holiday celebrations

• Festive menu

• Healthy cooking

• Dim sum and more (appetizers)

• Chinese, Asian or fusion menu options

• Techniques: wok skills, knife skills

We highly recommend booking Virtual Chef Yan for virtual Chinese New Year celebrations, national Asian holidays, cultural events, and memorable online team-building experiences!

3. Is Chef Yan's online cooking class live or pre-recorded?

Usually, it’s a live-streamed online cooking class. Available on most popular video conferencing platforms including Zoom. Chef Yan will join the session live from his professional home kitchen, with multiple camera angles capturing the action. Pre-recorded presentations are also an option. Please contact us for more details. However, we strongly recommend the live-streamed session for real-time interaction with Chef Yan, so guests can feel his incredible energy and passion for food!

4. How long is the virtual cooking class?

Join Chef Yan online for a 45-60 minute experience including Q&A. In a 45-minute class, for instance, participants can cook three quick and easy 15-minute meals. Virtual Chef Yan is flexible, so contact us today to discuss your virtual event needs.

5. What do guests need to take part?

Recipes and shopping lists will be sent to participants via email in advance. Most of the ingredients/seasonings that Chef Yan uses can be found in regular supermarkets; there’s no need to visit an Asian market or specialty food store. Clients can also purchase Chef Yan’s special gift set, which includes his signature chef knife, scissors, and an autographed cookbook! A wonderful keepsake from the virtual event! More information available upon request.