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In the memoir (written with Gabe Ulla), Chang also writes about anger, racism, and being part of "the cool chefs club" that included Noma's René Redzepi. He writes in his memoir that he was "looking to the kitchen for salvation".

As a child, Chang was a golf prodigy, but in his memoir, he describes being a middling student who often disappointed his strict parents.Īfter a failed stint at a finance firm in Manhattan, Chang decided to go to culinary school. 'The dark ages'Ĭhang's parents migrated to the US from North and South Korea in the 60s. He also digs into his boundary-pushing approach to food and innovation, authenticity and tradition.

Then there's all his work outside of the kitchen - from his cookbooks and now-defunct magazine, to his Netflix series and his podcast.Ĭhang is now releasing a memoir, Eat A Peach, where he recounts his meteoric rise and lays bare his struggles with depression, suicidal ideation and bipolar disorder, and the role of therapy in his life. His restaurants have won Michelin stars in record-breaking time, as well as coveted positions in the World's 50 Best Restaurants list. Now, with this soulful memoir, David has added another feather to his cap: brilliant writer."It is literally one of the dumbest professions in the world, which is why I love it so much."Ĭhang is a titan of the food world beginning with New York's Momofuku Noodle Bar, which he started in 2004 when he was just 26 years old, he birthed a culinary empire that now spans 15 restaurants, from Los Angeles to Sydney. Adam Grant, author of ORIGINALSĪ compelling philosophy of a man who believes in a beautiful life beyond reach Min Jin Lee, author of PACHINKOĮver since I slurped my first Momofuku ramen bowl, I knew David Chang was a special chef. Inspiring.This book is for anyone who.aspires to become an entrepreneur or a more decent person. Don’t miss this incredible memoir! Brian Grazer, New York Times bestselling author of A CURIOUS MIND and co-founder of Imagine Entertainmentįull of humour and honesty, it provides nourishment and a sense of solidarityĪ great storyteller with a great story to tell Jimmy Kimmel I was absolutely enthralled by his underdog story, which he tells with passion, humor, and skill. Now I just have to keep up with his drive and tenacity! Hasan Minhaj, host, Patriot Act with Hasan Minhajĭavid Chang is one of the world’s most creative chefs, but it wasn't obvious he would become that. As a child of immigrants, the DNA of his story spoke to me. Dave Chang’s writing is honest and vulnerable.