Chef Paithoon Pan Phan,
Master Chef at OKO

Who inspired you to cook?
Chef Abisit in Thailand was my inspiration.

What is the first thing you learnt to cook?
Tom Yam Kong - a Thai prawn preparation, made with traditional ingredients.

What do you hate most about cooking?
I hate to cook beef.

What's the one distinguishing factor about your cooking?
I use a unique way of preparing my dishes. I use the same ingredients to produce many dishes.

What are some of your favourite things to cook?
I am passionate about cooking fish dishes.

What is comfort food for you?
Kai ka paw, chilli and basil are ingredients in my comfort food.