Nothing new. We've had those awkward tongue tied, sweaty palm and anxious moments before!
Where to start; how to begin!? Anxiety heightens and panic sets in.
Shucks! Isn't asking favors for others a lot easier than asking them for ourselves! I think YEP!
And so, imagine how thrilling and heartwarming it must be when someone does something that you had hoped for, without you even asking!? Totally unexpected and more than pleasantly surprised! It doesn't happen very often but I did have such an experience recently and, believe me, it was so, so, cool.
Overseas, they have Bourdain, Ramsey, Oliver, Zimmers, Belud and a host of other celebrity chefs. In Malaysia we have Jimmy Hooi, Celebrity Master Chef, possibly one of the best in the country!
Jimmy is a fascinating storyteller. He loves to mingle with customers and often stops at tables to say hello. When you next visit his restaurant and meet the man, ask about the time he nearly died with three deadly bullet wounds, from gun shots that were fired at close range when he tussled with robbers and thugs at his restaurant one night after closing. The assailants weren't just looking for tips!
It was a most harrowing encounter for him. Most major national newspaper carried the story and made him quite famous after that!
Thankfully, this Wushu master survived and today he is more than eager to testify of the miracle that changed his life...
Jimmy Hooi: restauranteur/owner of Cappuccino Garden, Bacon and Balls, painter, wushu master, landscape designer, musician and philosopher
Easily accessible. Opens seven days a week. Best to make reservations especially on weekends.
