David Chang

Quick Facts

Full Name	David Chang
Occupation	Chef
Date Of Birth	Aug 5, 1977(1977-08-05)
Age	47
Birthplace	Arlington
Country	United States
Birth City	Virginia
Horoscope	Leo

David Chang Biography

David Chang is one of the most popular and richest Chef who was born on August 5, 1977 in Arlington, Virginia, United States. Famous for his work as a Chef known for his New American cuisine, Chang created The Momofuku restaurant group, which opened Michelin restaurant chains that have been rated stars that are located in New York, U.S.A.; Sydney, Australia; and Toronto, Canada. He is also well-known as a guest as a guest on Top Chef: All Stars, MasterChef Australia, and The Mind of a Chef.

In his early years He played in a variety of junior golf competitions alongside fellow amateur player During his childhood years, he competed in several junior golf tournaments along with fellow then-amateur golfer Tiger Woods..

David Chang (Korean: Chang Seok-ho 장석호 ; born August 5, 1977) is an American restaurateur, author, and television personality. He is the founder of the Momofuku restaurant group, which includes Momofuku Noodle Bar, Momofuku Ssäm Bar, Milk Bar, and Momofuku Ko in New York City; Momofuku Seiōbo in Sydney; Momofuku Noodle Bar and Kojin in Toronto; and Momofuku CCDC in Washington, DC. In 2009, Momofuku Ko was awarded two Michelin stars, which it has retained each year since. In 2018, Chang created, produced, and starred in a Netflix original series called Ugly Delicious.

In 2004, Chang opened his first restaurant, Momofuku Noodle Bar in the East Village. Chang’s website states momofuku means “lucky peach”, but the restaurant also shares a name with Momofuku Ando—the inventor of instant noodles.

His birthplace was Vienna, Virginia to a Korean-American family.

David Chang Net Worth

David Chang is one of the richest Chef from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, David Chang 's net worth $60 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Before he began his culinary training at the New York’s French Culinary Institute, he was a student of religious studies in Trinity College in Connecticut.

The first restaurant he opened Momofuku Noodle Bar was established within New York’s East Village in 2004.

Chang grew up in Arlington, Virginia with two older brothers and one sister. Chang’s parents emigrated from Korea as adults in the 1960s, his father from North Korea, his mother from the South. They owned a golfing goods warehouse and two restaurants. As a child, Chang was a competitive golfer who participated in a number of junior tournaments. Chang attended Georgetown Prep and then Trinity College, where he majored in religious studies. After graduating from college, Chang pursued a variety of jobs, including teaching English in Japan, then bussing tables and holding finance positions in New York City.

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Who is David Chang Dating?

According to our records, David Chang married to Grace Seo Chang. As of December 1, 2023, David Chang’s is not dating anyone.

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In November 2010, Chang announced the opening of his first restaurant outside the US in Sydney, Australia. Momofuku Seiōbo opened in October 2011 at the redeveloped Star City Casino in Southern-hemisphere. In an article with the Sydney Morning Herald, Chang was quoted as saying: ‘I’ve just fallen in love with Australia. I’m just fascinated by the food scene in Sydney and Melbourne. People are excited about food in Australia. It’s fresh and it’s energetic.’ The restaurant was awarded three hats from the Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide in its first year and was named Best New Restaurant.

Facts & Trivia

David Ranked on the list of most popular Chef. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. David Chang celebrates birthday on August 5 of every year.

In March 2011, Chang announced that he would be bringing Momofuku to Toronto, and opened it in late 2012. The restaurant is located in a three-story glass cube in the heart of downtown Toronto. Momofuku Toronto is made up of three restaurants, these are Noodle Bar, Daishō and Shōtō; as well as a bar Nikai. Daishō and Shōtō closed in late 2017, and the space was refurbished. A new Momofuku restaurant, Kojin, opened in the space in 2018.

Is David Chang Korean or Chinese?

Chang was born in Arlington, Virginia, the son of Korean parents, mother Woo Chung Hi “Sherri,” who was born in Kaesong, and Chang Jin Pil, later Joseph P. Chang, who was born in Pyongyang. Chang grew up in Arlington, with two older brothers and one sister. Chang’s parents emigrated from Korea as adults in the 1960s.

Who is David Chang net worth?

Net Worth: $20 Million
Date of Birth:| Aug 5, 1977 (44 years old)
Gender:| Male
Profession:| Chef, Actor
Nationality:| United States of America

How many Michelin stars does David Chang have?

David Chang currently holds two Michelin stars for his New York restaurant Ko, which was opened in 2008, and received the two-star award in the following year’s Michelin guide. The restaurant has retained its two-star status ever since, and is currently one of only thirteen two-star restaurants in the city.

What is David Chang best known for?

Chang has received numerous nominations and awards, including two Michelin stars for Ko, 2007 James Beard Rising Star of the Year, 2008 James Beard Best Chef: New York City for Ssäm Bar, and 2009 James Beard Best New Restaurant for Ko. In 2012, Chang was nominated for the James Beard Outstanding Chef award.

How many Michelin stars does Gordon Ramsay have?

Gordon Ramsay – 7 Michelin stars Although he’s been awarded 16 Michelin stars throughout his career, he currently holds seven. His signature restaurant, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in London, has held 3 stars since 2001, making it London’s longest-running three Michelin-starred restaurant.