Yyan Ng

Yyan Ng is a Tasmanian chef, musician and cultural practitioner whose passion for food is deeply connected to his Malaysian Chinese heritage and years spent exploring the diverse culinary traditions of Asia. Drawing on family recipes, regional techniques and a love of seasonal local produce, he creates dishes that celebrate the stories, history and communities behind every meal.

In this masterclass, Yyan introduces participants to the foundations of authentic Chinese home cooking through simple, approachable ingredients and essential cooking techniques that form the backbone of everyday Chinese cuisine. Rather than focusing solely on recipes, he explores the principles behind great cooking—why techniques work, how ingredients interact, and the science that creates flavour, texture and balance. 

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced chef, this masterclass will give you the resources and understanding to create simple, flavourful dishes with depth and refinement.