Owner Christine Yau

Born in Hong Kong. Came to UK in 1985 Career :  Owner of Yming (why ming) in Greek Street, London W1. The restaurant has been there for over 20 years (1986). Well reviewed by most food critics and popular with celebrities. Thought to be one of the best Chinese restaurants in Britain. As well as most of the obvious classics, there are dishes here from the more exotic and fiery regions of Hunan and Szechuan, as well as a number plundered from China's imperial banqueting history. Ta t'sai mi, for example, is an 18th-century recipe for a sweet beef stir-fry, created by the head chef to Emperor Qian Long. Christine Yau who, in addition to being a community leader, was involved in setting up courses in Chinese cuisine at Westminster College in 1999 setting up the Chinese Chef School. Winner of PROMOTION OF EXCELLENCE IN CHINESE CUISINE Sponsored by Cherry Valley in Pearl Awards 2006.