Six hours before the grand culinary competition, master chef Au-Yeung was boiling instant noodles. His rival, the arrogant Kit, was preparing a dish that could make or break both their careers. In this 1995 Hong Kong comedy, the kitchen becomes a chaotic battlefield of flying woks and bruised egos. As the two chefs clash over technique, tradition, and a shared romantic interest, their quest for the perfect “Gold and Jade” dish reveals that the real recipe involves more than just ingredients. A lighthearted romance simmers amidst the slapstick, proving that in love and cooking, victory often depends on who’s willing to taste something new.
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Director Tsui Hark crafts a frenetic kitchen comedy where a cooking competition feels like a chaotic race for survival. The editing is brisk, and the characters are broadly drawn, sustaining a light, carnivalesque spirit throughout.
It's for viewers seeking undemanding fun with friends. You'll be pulled into a world of high-stakes culinary duels where speed and cunning matter more than refined flavor. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Tsui Hark
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With a group of friends after a meal, when you're in the mood for easy laughs.
Leslie Cheung
Chiu Kong Sun
Anita Yuen Wing-Yee
Au Ka Wai
Law Kar-Ying
Au Siu Fung
Kenny Bee
Master Chef Liu Kit
Vincent Zhao Wenzhuo
Master Chef Lung Kwun Bo
Xiong Xinxin
Chef Wong Wing
Joyce Ni Shu-Chun
Ms. Cheuk Bing
Amy Fan
Fan Fan
William Ho
Uncle Chuen
Lau Shun
Mr. Kawaski
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