Dana Choi
Dana Choi is Head Chef of Jang at The Royal Exchange, a contemporary Korean and Japanese restaurant in London known for combining heritage flavours with modern techniques and the best of British produce.
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Born in Gwangju, South Korea, Dana trained in traditional Korean cuisine before moving to London to expand her career. She gained experience in prestigious UK kitchens, including The Square (2 Michelin stars) under Phil Howard and Jinjuu Soho with chef Judy Joo, developing refined technique and an understanding of blending cultural influences.
At Jang, Dana’s menus showcase Korean and Japanese flavours using British ingredients, with dishes ranging from Korean barbecue and sushi platters to dry-aged steak with Korean condiments. The restaurant’s name, “Jang,” refers to the Korean word for sauce, reflecting her focus on fermentation and deep savoury flavours.
Her cooking style is refined, modern Korean fine dining - elegantly plated and rooted in her heritage while embracing contemporary techniques and London’s diverse culinary scene.
Dana’s menu celebrates the ‘Rom Com’ genre where she has created dishes celebrating director Richard Curtis.
