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Ken Hom (traditional Chinese: 譚榮輝; simplified Chinese: 谭荣辉; pinyin: Tán Rónghuī, born May 3, 1949) is a Chinese-American chef, author and television-show presenter for the BBC, specialising in Asian and East/West Cuisine. Already appointed an honorary Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2009 for "services to culinary arts", he was further appointed an honorary Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2022.

Quick facts about Ken Hom

  • Full name: Ken Hom
  • Born: 1949-05-03
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Chef
  • Wikidata ID: Q6387821

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Who is Ken Hom?

Ken Hom (traditional Chinese: 譚榮輝; simplified Chinese: 谭荣辉; pinyin: Tán Rónghuī, born May 3, 1949) is a Chinese-American chef, author and television-show presenter for the BBC, specialising in Asian and East/West Cuisine.

What nationality is Ken Hom?

Ken Hom is United States.

When was Ken Hom born?

Ken Hom was born on 1949-05-03.

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