Li Zhanxu is the head chef at Beijing "Qu Lang Yuan" restaurant. She graduated from Institut Paul Bocuse (Institut Lyfe) and has worked in several Michelin-starred restaurants in France.
She specializes in using native Chinese ingredients as a foundation, skillfully applying French cooking techniques such as braising, marinating, and grilling to create distinctive fusion cuisine.
With her unique culinary philosophy and innovative spirit, she won the "Young Chef Award" in the 2024 Beijing Michelin Guide, injecting new gastronomic vitality into the traditional hutongs.
