Chef’s Cut - Chef Chao Ding

This episode of Chef’s Cut takes us into the kitchen with Chef Chao Ding of China Garden, Gulf Hotel Bahrain Convention & Spa.

Chef, what’s cooking today?
Beijing Roasted Duck.

A must-try from the menu is…
Our Legendary Crispy Beef.

First time at China Garden. 
What are you ordering?
Sichuan Crispy Baby Corn.

Your top three most-ordered dishes are…
Golden Fried Prawns, Beijing Roasted Duck, Our Legendary Crispy Beef.

What’s your favourite Bahraini ingredient to cook with?
Mixed Bahraini masala spice.

A Bahraini dish everyone must try is…
Shrimp Machboos.

What do you wish more people knew about Bahraini food?
Bahrain has a rich history that is reflected in the plethora of unique flavours and spices used in its cuisine.

Which movie title best describes your kitchen during a busy service?
Godzilla.

Which kitchen tool could you never live without?
A Chinese wok.

Any hidden talents?
I’m pretty good at ping pong!

If you weren’t a chef, what would you be?
Probably a sports teacher.

If you could cook for one celebrity, who would it be?
Chan Kong-sang, known as Jackie Chan.

Who has inspired you most in the culinary world?
Master Wang.

Any advice from him that has stayed with you?
Never stop learning, keep sharpening your skills and always stay humble.

What’s the one dish you hope every guest leaves China Garden talking about?
My Handcrafted Dim Sums.

Cook at home or order in?
Cook at home!

Favourite cuisine?
Indian, for its variety of flavours and spices.

An ingredient you can’t get enough of?
Ginger.

An ingredient you find tricky to work with?
Coriander.

Favourite Bahraini dish?
Bahraini Tikka.

My ultimate comfort food is…
Fried Rice.

What would you happily never eat again?
Cow Trotters.

The best cook is… 
My mum, for sure.

One dish you’ll never tire of making?
Dim sum.

My secret ingredient is…
A secret!

Your cooking style in three words?
Bold, spicy, refined.

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