Influential Chef & Culinary Innovator; Founder of Billy Kwong; Author of "Simple Chinese Cooking"; Television Presenter on ABC

Sydney, Australia
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Kylie Kwong Biography

Kylie Kwong AM is an Australian chef, author, television presenter, and cultural ambassador recognized for her influence on modern Chinese cuisine. Kwong draws on her southern Chinese heritage to reinterpret Cantonese cuisine, integrating Australian ingredients with traditional Chinese cooking techniques and flavors. Before pursuing a culinary career, Kwong studied fine arts and furniture restoration and worked in graphic design and advertising. She rediscovered her passion for food while working for a catering company and completed much of her apprenticeship at Rockpool and Wockpool under Neil Perry, as well as at Restaurant Manfredi.

Kwong opened the original Billy Kwong in Surry Hills, establishing a venue that contributed to the evolution of Chinese dining in Australia. Over nearly two decades and two locations, Billy Kwong became known for ethical dining practices, using exclusively organic and biodynamic ingredients—a decision influenced by Kwong's Buddhist philosophy and commitment to sustainable food systems. The restaurant received the inaugural Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide Sustainability Award for its environmental leadership. After Billy Kwong closed, Kwong opened Lucky Kwong, a cafeteria-style dining venue.

Kwong's television career began with "Kylie Kwong: Heart and Soul" on ABC, followed by additional series and several bestselling books, including "Recipes and Stories," "Simple Chinese Cooking," and "My China: A Feast for All the Senses." Her work explores food, history, and identity, shaped by her travels through China and Tibet. Kwong has appeared as a guest chef and judge on "MasterChef Australia" and has consistently advocated for sustainable food systems, Indigenous Australian ingredients, and the role of food in cultural exchange.

Kwong was appointed Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to the hospitality industry and the community. She is a long-time supporter of the Slow Food movement and operates a stall at Eveleigh Farmers' Market in Sydney. Kwong also contributes to the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation, supporting culinary education for young people. Following the closure of Lucky Kwong, she has focused on her role as a Powerhouse Associate, developing food, learning, and residency programs for Powerhouse Parramatta, with an emphasis on connecting multicultural communities in Western Sydney through food. Throughout her career, Kwong has demonstrated the impact of food on community, culture, and sustainability.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/13/2026.

Kylie Kwong Videos

Kylie Kwong: If Only I Knew... | Your Mental Health

Kylie Kwong: If Only I Knew... | Your Mental Health

Kylie Kwong writes a letter to her younger self. What do you know now that you wish you knew earlier in life?

COOKING WITH HEART & SOUL with Kylie Kwong at Happiness ...

COOKING WITH HEART & SOUL with Kylie Kwong at Happiness ...

Kylie Kwong, celebrated chef and TV personality

Kylie Kwong's Christmas fried rice | Gourmet Traveller

Kylie Kwong's Christmas fried rice | Gourmet Traveller

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