Chef Wan's Recipe for Success: The Extreme Measures That Made Him The GOAT

Deborah Henry interviewed Chef Wan at his beautiful home, with the grace of someone who had recently overcome cancer at the time of recording.
Chapters
2:09 Growing up in FELDA
4:43 Supporting Family and Self Through College
7:42 Left Arranged Marriage for US Culinary School
12:32 Becoming Chef Wan & an Entrepreneur
16:35 Overcoming Compulsive Shopping
18:43 What is Chef Wan's Financial Personality?
31:55 Overcoming Cancer
39:21 Past Reflections and Advice for the Young
About Debonair Podcast: Deborah Henry is creating a safe, open space for candid conversations about finances. No judgments, no get-rich-quick schemes, just real talk about money. Her mission is to normalize financial discussions among people and showcase diverse perspectives on money.

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Let's keep the conversation going! We've added Chapters to help you navigate some of the topics Chef Wan and Deborah discussed: 2:09 Growing up in FELDA 4:43 Supporting Family and Self Through College 7:42 Left Arranged Marriage for US Culinary School 12:32 Becoming Chef Wan & an Entrepreneur 16:35 Overcoming Compulsive Shopping 18:43 What is Chef Wan's Financial Personality? 31:55 Overcoming Cancer 39:21 Past Reflections and Advice for the Young Our new episode is also out. Subscribe and check out our Season 1 playlist!

[@tehguatkim9646]

Hi this Sally here , Chef is my ex boss. I was his assistant for about nearly 10 years he treated me more like a friend not a staff. l thank him for allowing me to travel with him to his show around Asian and Europe , l have learn alot from him . We still keep touch , chef Wan is my best boss we still keep touch, from time to time he ajar me makan at his house or his restaurant not only makan he is so generous and compassion he some time gave ang pau too. He work very fast and got a quick tongue 😅 some time get himself in trouble. He didn't have hatred for any one. He can forgive any one easily. That's what l like about him . Take care chef . May u have good health, joy and lots of happiness ❤

[@smoothride7841]

Keep keeping in touch with him, since he's a very nice man -- hard to find nowadays, a treasure really❤❤❤

[@justice791]

@@tehguatkim9646 Lucky you!

[@user-fc9sk7fs5r]

Chef Wan punya energy bila bercerita hebat betul!!

[@iedayaya2880]

Best la dgr chef wan bercerita 🥰

[@annielim6101]

I always like to listen to Chef Wan’s inspiring life story. Thanks for the wonderful podcast

[@Acapvideos]

Growing up watching Chef wan’s program are one of the best feelings! He’s more than a chef! dia punya antics are very entertaining.

[@323C]

Hello fr Singapore It's never boring to listen to Mr Chef Wan. He is always honest to goodness type of person.

[@istheyear-ry1el]

Loved this. Watched the entire 49 minutes of the video. A very great sharing experience from Chef Wan

[@yusofzainal87]

Deborah, your content is excellent. Keep up the good work. There's a lot to learn from an icon like Chef Wan. I didn't feel like I wasted an hour watching the whole thing. ❤

[@zulkifliabdullah6829]

I couldn't agree more.......she is excellent so is Datuk Wan

[@teresapeet7146]

An excellent role model from rags to riches without being a diva.❤

[@faridah_zaidi]

I have loved chef wan fir a long time. Since I was a little girl watching his cooking show when I was abt 10 yrs old. Mum and me always felt entertained by his antics n of course his mouth. Lol. Now I'm 54 yrs old lived in Perth. First thing I did when went to kl for holiday was to have dinner at his rest at Kl East Mall. Took a photo with his cut out at the front of his rest ,cause chef was not around. Bummer. Nevertheless he has always been my idol ,then ,now and forever. May Allah contd to shower you Chef Wan with all his bounties. Aamiin❤

[@sockhuanglim7915]

Chef Wan has a wonderful life. Best wishes to him.

[@sssdprfirm3001]

Wow! Just wow. The story is so inspiring. Went through a financial difficulties, and when I watched this, somehow it inspired me to be better and be tougher to rise up from the ashes. Life is tough, but we are tougher. I love the natural interaction of Deborah and making Chef Wan, open up his story. That is a good host skill. When I look at Deborah, it reminded me of ways Oprah Winfrey interviewing people. Thank you for sharing this beautiful interview.

[@shafinahrahim228]

So glad I 'bumped' into this while scrolling. Good job, Deb!

[@khairhenderson2587]

dear deborah, i became ur fans since 2011 miss universe and miss world .. happy to see u interviewing the one and only chef wan.. 1tips for you.. u try to be loose sikit i mean.. not intense and chill .. u looks so focus .. santai santai je .. more natural..

[@Debonair_Podcast]

Thank youfor your feedback. Would appreciate your continuous support as we interview more guests! ❤

[@justice791]

Finally a podcast with Chef Wan, one of my favourite people. Always wanted to hear his life story and it's really amazing. I love how he shares every detail of his life instantly on Instagram whether it's his travels, work and even his cancer journey so that we know how it feels.

[@exhit99]

Mine too!

[@AslamJais79]

I'm so happy I stumbled upon this podcast of yours, Deb. This is so inspiring, and you show us that this is one of the ways of “giving back”! I got so much input on this and it was so inspirational! Congrats ! ❤

[@rajhenry-m2z]

Chef Wan had a very interesting start to becoming a chef. Congratulations on your podcast Deb 👏

[@User-p2n6f]

Love the card game, was a super cute touch to the podcast. Stunning set as well, very well curated and amazingly executed.

[@marilynbalbuena1346]

Great podcast 👏🏼 soooo lovette ❤️🙏 Datuk Chef Wan is my boss friend but he also treating me as a friend. He is very humble, very generous, with very positive views in life, so energetic & so witty! I love this guy with a highest level of respect 🙏 Thank you very much Datuk Chef Wan for the friendship & love 🙏❤️😇🥰

[@Debonair_Podcast]

We agree with your every word! What you see is what you get! Thank you for watching and I hope it inspired you

[@joeystarz8271]

Such a brilliant content for Malaysians ❤❤

[@soniakrishnadev6308]

Such creative podcast by Deb, warm but informational. Congratulations Deb!🎉

[@lunastarr1925]

my childhood was in the late 60s and 70s....and vividly i remember the Cina apek in the dark blue boxer tied with a draw string

[@rzakaria155]

And the straw hat😊

[@qamalazlan3128]

Based on rhe cards game, I’d say all those 3 traits exemplified by DCW is commonly prevalent amongst first borns; taking care of family, siblings, being helpful and always thinking a step ahead.

[@rosdibujang4769]

Tqiu chef. for us useful advice for the future. eager to improve yourself. interesting video.

[@user-qn3uk8cq5r]

The only our chef wan Everything he said, memang padat dengan cerita, pengalaman.. Itu semua sangat berharga, Malaysian love you la chef wan, More then our minister Hehehe

[@Nazlikimin]

Excellent podcast. God bless both of you. Thank you.

[@soroptomistkl]

Very insightful, well done Deborah. 👏🏽

[@hazikry]

I really enjoyed this episode!

[@azharinaentertainment2196]

Such inspiring stories. Adore CHef wan

[@sinista13]

" keluar 2 anak jugak.." thats a punchline..

[@amalinanabilah5385]

chef wan is such a darling,,complete package rajin,kelakar,pandai,loving 👍🏻👍🏻❤

[@croxygrape]

Very honest man

[@andrianaspapa5818]

48:40 Gantung diri pada pokok Taugeh.... 🤣

[@aforamoi4368]

😂

[@salahudinhasssn5095]

Sy membesar dgn masakan chef dulu..❤❤❤❤

[@StarxPlayz7]

Chef kerja hotel mane dlu.

[@tankh5282]

Abang Wan, always be blessed with good health and happiness.❤

[@azrulazi2907]

I love this podcast,great job Ms Deborah ... I am immediately subscribe your channel then becoming your fan!. Keep up the great content by inviting successful personality to give inspiring to all of us ❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@NabilahCik]

Thanks chef wan,,,we love u for your kindness

[@user-bz1xw6fk5d]

Bijan Restaurant in bukit bintang’ was very successful and alot tourist visited’ but the owner was Chinese

[@ery.m]

super cool !!! 🎉

[@maxadamdompok2668]

You are the best man chef wan 👍🏻...a lot of things we learn from you... especially to be hardworking person...

[@missyouna3813]

Bestnya dgr..tahu2 habis..very interesting..

[@tylertaec]

Chef Wan indeed one of the best chef in the world!

[@angelzachary555]

Wonderful Fabulous 😍🤩 I enjoyed listening to this podcast! It's really inspiring!

[@lynnyapphd6060]

Very inspiring totally

[@muhammadzuwairi6871]

Inspirasi... terima kasih Chef Wan... :-)

[@winniechoo553]

Amazing podcast Deborah ❤ Chef Wan , that was an inspiring story. You are simply the BEST!!

[@Debonair_Podcast]

Thank you for watching. We have more episodes and would appreciate your continuous support ❤

[@KindredSoul8]

Self made man

[@HGChannel2020]

39:33 am i tripping or did i hear chef's cats meowing

[@amnashah7564]

Loving this! The sets, productions, conversations are all lit!

[@Debonair_Podcast]

We just released a new episode! 😆 Would appreciate your continuous support 🥰

[@muhammadridzuanrosdi54]

Lurve "buat apa takut mati kalau kita buat baik dengan semua orang" -Chef Wan

[@aforamoi4368]

Get well soon chef..

[@adenmadi]

Great host .. excellent guest .. thank you so much for sharing with us 💐

[@MUIHDIGITALTRADING-yg8dy]

best bersembng ngn cheft wan ni.😄

[@zyroulhisyam5829]

With Chef Wan, u have to let him talk. The card game I think is not suitable for him haha

[@norhayanisharif113]

He so positive! Strong personality

[@marinaothman6431]

Hope to meet and have tea with Chef Wan

[@nathanmish5217]

great

[@nooraziemah]

so inspiring! ❤

[@user-ev4go3lh2n]

intresting, and thoughtful. chef Wan im you fan...

[@DrMohamadAzmiNiasAhmad]

Respect!

[@lynnyapphd6060]

i 've dined in his restaurant in Bangsar Villiage

[@juliajohari7053]

Very inspiring! 🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@MahayuddinAliYUN]

Love ❤

[@doughnut3926]

I love you chef wan ❤

[@tannkedal]

Thanks for good sharing

[@yanu3778]

His food nice 😊

[@kathirena86]

if you hear the podcast using earphone/ headphone you will hear meow meow meow 😺 as a background sound. sho cutee! 38:00

[@WTChong]

My fav MY Chef

[@maxadamdompok2668]

Great 😊👍🏻

[@dr.d.vincent549]

You potcast was great except for the card game. You should have stopped after 10 cards. It became so boring. Chef Wan was super honest. And keep to English not Manglish!

[@shafinahrahim228]

I think Manglish is fine in this case, as Chef Wan also responded in a mixed manner

[@smoothride7841]

​​​@@shafinahrahim228English programme should be in English 100%😂

[@dewijo7043]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@clarismontegue268]

People see his face, people know his big mouth too 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@FaizAris]

👍🏻❤️

[@amirsallehsalleh4747]

Nak study english bole ke sini...hihi...

[@emiranxyz]

Please have Daiyan Trisha on your podcast!!!!!!!!!

[@miekidek5031]

In dollars??? U supposed to say in RM/ ringgits!!!

[@fareed3108]

Hahahaha funny part... Masak nak jadi pondan. 2 anak jalan straight. H😂😂😂😂

[@yeaukwangngu9709]

See….the cinabek was the starting point of your success nowadays ….😂😂

[@firajullahdahari7088]

ahahahhaa i love this one

[@MrZizzou]

U know how to gain followers 😂

[@sukorcheembi1349]

Maaf Chef Wan, Chef Jamie Oliver did something good for UK, for example overhouling the food served in primary school in UK, when will you do for the country

[@azmanyusof7411]

Chef Wan mana pulak ni Pasal cakap lembut? Bukan ke lelaki org ni?

[@user-bz1xw6fk5d]

Why not focus on malay food’ don’t try mixed and western and Malay’ Malaysian food is the on the best food in world

[@rayshankarchandrasekaran8140]

Useless 👨‍🍳 don't respect religious sentiments 😒

[@smoothride7841]

What's yr problem mate, has he hurt yr big butts?😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@the80swithme11]

Dalit

[@Nicola-ch5lf]

Thats not for you to judge. Be kind.

[@rayshankarchandrasekaran8140]

@@smoothride7841 insulted my religion culture maybe your butt's need some education 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@rayshankarchandrasekaran8140]

@@the80swithme11 what is that? Your name?

[@CutiePie-hh3gg]

The first gay chef in Malaysia

[@twize4916]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤