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Chefs prepare dishes during a lamb cooking contest in Yumin County of Tacheng Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, June 2, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Ding Lei) Judges evaluate dishes during a lamb cooking contest in Yumin County of Tacheng Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, June 2, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Ding Lei) People take photos of lamb dishes during a lamb cooking contest in Yumin County of Tacheng Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, June 2, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Ding Lei) Chefs prepare dishes during a lamb cooking contest in Yumin County of Tacheng Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, June 2, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Ding Lei) A chef prepares a dish during a lamb cooking contest in Yumin County of Tacheng Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, June 2, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Ding Lei) People take photos during a lamb cooking contest in Yumin County of Tacheng Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, June 2, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Ding Lei) People take photos of lamb dishes during a lamb cooking contest in Yumin County of Tacheng Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, June 2, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Ding Lei) A chef shows…

Yu (屿) is the Chinese pinyin for a wonderful island. In the bustling city of Guangzhou, a culinary gem named Yu has recently ascended to the prestigious ranks of the Michelin Guide, securing its first star. Behind this remarkable achievement stands May, an elegant and accomplished woman with a background in oil painting and a decade of experience in the culinary industry. Her journey from an art school graduate to a Michelin-starred chef and restaurateur is a tale of determination, passion, and a bit of rebellious spirit. The Bold and Brave Path of a Chef Had May followed the path laid out by her parents, both art teachers, she would likely be working in the arts today. Instead, she pursued a different route. May's upbringing in an art-centric household led her to study fine arts and graduate in oil painting. However, upon completing her studies, she embarked on her stubborn and brave rebellious phase. Without formal culinary training, May audaciously approached Michelin-starred restaurants, eager to learn and compete. Financial constraints did not deter her ambition to further her culinary education. She entered high-stakes cooking competitions, earning full scholarships and honing her skills. With a fearless attitude, she established her own…