COOK AND CONQUER

In the pressure-cooker environment of professional kitchens, some chefs find equilibrium through athletic pursuits. Discover how three culinary maestros balance their demanding careers with physical activity, and why this dynamic can make them better chefs

By Fontaine Cheng.

The kitchen is a battlefield, and those who master it are warriors. For some chefs, the discipline, endurance and mental clarity required to excel in the culinary world are honed not only by their knives but also by their athletic pursuits; three Hong Kong-based chefs have found that this provides the perfect counterbalance to the chaos of the kitchen. We explore how they incorporate physical activity into their daily routines, the challenges they face, and the invaluable lessons that sport has given them. RUNNING THE EXTRA MILE Michael Smith, chef de cuisine, The Arcane Collective Michael Smith has embraced marathon running and Hyrox, a fitness competition combining running with functional fitness exercises. Smith’s foray into running began as a personal challenge. “The full marathon was something I always thought was…

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Tatler Hong Kong (Digital) - 1 Issue, July 2024

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