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David Chang

Chef · Restaurateur

United States
Bipolar I disorderSelf-disclosed [1]

David Chang is a chef and restaurateur who founded Momofuku, beginning with Momofuku Noodle Bar in New York City in 2004. He has received multiple James Beard Awards and has hosted food series including Ugly Delicious. [2][3]

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Career and work

Chang opened Momofuku Noodle Bar in New York City in 2004, establishing the restaurant group that later expanded to multiple locations. His culinary work has earned him multiple James Beard Awards, including Outstanding Chef and Best Chef: New York City. [2][3]

Beyond restaurants, Chang has worked in podcasting, television and publishing. His projects include The Dave Chang Show, Ugly Delicious and the memoir Eat a Peach. [3]

What has been publicly discussed

“Bipolar has given me the very best of myself as a chef and the very worst of me as a chef.”

— David Chang [1]