The problem with a lot of Chinese is that they put up divisions between Taiwanese, Hong Kong natives, mainlanders. We are never united. I really hope that the Chinese can be more united.

Some people never contribute anything positive to society, they may even drain our resources, but most of us try to do something better, to give back.

I've never considered myself a celebrity or even part of the entertainment business. I'm a cooking teacher.

I don't like to waste anything. Any food left over from the night before is always eaten the next day.

I think a lot of times it's not money that's the primary motivation factor; it's the passion for your job and the professional and personal satisfaction that you get out of doing what you do that motivates you.

I live a very low-key life.

Just like if you were brought up on a farm, you would most likely carry on your father's business as a farmer; I was brought up in the kitchen and ended up becoming a chef.