Show 104, January 3, 2015: Executive Chef Shirley Chung & Stacie Tran, Twenty Eight Modern Chinese

Shirley ChungNewly opened in Irvine is Twenty Eight Restaurant & Lounge which features a fresh, modern approach to traditional Chinese cuisine. The menu is contemporary Chinese dishes that utilize local, seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. There is a full bar with a focus on distinctive craft cocktails.

The modern Chinese cuisine menu was created by Executive Chef & Partner Shirley Chung, best known from Season 11 of Bravo’s “Top Chef New Orleans.” Partnered with Chef Shirley in Twenty Eight is seasoned restaurateur Stacie Tran, who has experienced a long history in the hospitality industry.

This is a labor-intensive operation. Everything is made from scratch including the signature squid ink hand cut noodles which are used in a dish with Southern California ≈.

“The number twenty eight has always been important to me,” explained Stacie. “In traditional Chinese culture, the number holds significant meaning. In my personal life, it has always been an indicator of positive change and success.”

We’ll be joined by both Chef Shirley and Stacie Tran.

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