Abang Brian, Doctoral Candidate in

Abang Brian, Doctoral Candidate

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Chef Instructor at Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
📍 Kensington, Maryland, United States

Abang Brian is a celebrated chef, educator, and author who transitioned from a career in auditing after gaining fame on MasterChef Malaysia. He is a passionate advocate for food diplomacy, sustainable food systems, and culinary education. He holds a PhD from Sunway University and teaches at the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts.

His culinary journey was sparked by the need to cook for his father during his battle with cancer, a memory that continues to inspire him. Brian is dedicated to preserving culinary heritage and using food to connect people, as showcased in his podcast and cookbooks.

Interesting fact: He co-owned Young Chefs Academy Malaysia, where he pioneered programs to empower children through cooking.

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Experience
4 Years
Current Role
Chef Instructor
Job Level
Junior
Location
Kensington, Maryland, United States
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Food Diplomacy
Champions the use of food as a tool for cultural exchange and understanding, a core theme in his professional headline and podcast.
Sustainable Food
Advocates for sustainable food systems and addresses the impact of climate change on food, notably through his role as an ambassador for Thought For Food.
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Career

Work history

9-2025
Chef Instructor
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
1-2025
Private Chef
Beyond Holdings Group
1-2024
Executive Producer
The Hungry Immigrant
1-2022
Judge
World's Best Schools
10-2021
Ambassador
Thought For Food
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Education
1-2022 - 1-2025
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Sunway University
2017 - 2019
Master of Education - MEd
Open University Malaysia
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