"The Big Break" - Asian Food Channel

This is an invite-only event.

As much as I wished, the world isn't all about rainbows, butterflies, unicorns, marshmallows and everything nice. Many people are facing difficulties in life, or rather, many are having difficulties just trying to stay alive. We live in a capitalistic country, no one is born equal. While growing up, I encountered much difficulties trying to obtain paper qualifications. It is not any one's fault that their family background wasn't able to ensure a smooth sailing education path for their children. Although education itself is arguably, not necessary for survival in this urban jungle but a valuable skill set is. That is why I strongly believe in the quote:
  "Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime."

Photo courtesy of AFC

I was truly honored and flattered when I got invited to Asian Food Channel's (AFC) press event for its unique programme -- The Big Break. 12 underprivileged youths from around Asia were brought together to learn culinary skills from top chefs and compete for a culinary scholarship they might otherwise, never have a chance to have. Some might say that it is cruel to watch these tender youths, vying with one another, only to have one emerge the winner. But hey, the opportunity to learn directly under some of Asia's top chefs, is something most people can only dream of (like me!), and I know it will serve as a precious experience and strong encouragement for all of the contestants for many years to come.

The finale was shown during the press event, way before it got aired officially on AFC. Boy, oh boy, did I had a hard time trying to keep the winner a secret! The passion, focus, eagerness and commitment these young talents have for food, is so intense, it puts me to shame. It will be a loss to the industry if any of them decides not to follow their culinary dream.

After a series of daunting challenges, Nico from Singapore and Lawrence from the Philippines were the last 2 standing in the competition. I'm not going to tell you who the winner is, the show is too good to miss! Find out by catching the Finale episode, airing exclusively on AFC (Starhub Cable Channel 435)! No words can describe how passionate these young chefs are, the only way is to watch it for yourself.

Photo courtesy of AFC

Visit http://www.asianfoodchannel.com/thebigbreak/ for more information on the show, the contestants, the judges and most importantly, the timing for the repeated telecasts!

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