Andrew Kojima
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Andrew KojimaJapanese Fusion Chef - London, UKPersonal MissionMasterChef 2012 gave me the confidence to turn my hobby into a new career. Now I can think about food all day without feeling guilty: it's my job. Unique SpecialtyMy heritage, my upbringing and my imagination set me apart. Half Japanese, half Scottish. It shows in my cooking: cerebral, visual and eclectic. Other PassionsI am inspired by nature and human creativity. Websitehttp://kojcooks.co.uk
Expertise
With half a foot in Japan and the other half in Scotland, Andrew "Koj" Kojima's interesting background makes him stand out as a truly unique chef in the field. Persuaded by his close circle of friends he applied to be on MasterChef, UK (2012). Reaching the final gave him a multitude of amazing experiences, getting the chance to cook in Thailand for a 92 year old Thai Prince as well as completing stints in a number of prestigious European restaurants. Since then Koj left his career in finance to continue developing his intriguing blend of cooking.READ FULL BIO
Credentials
MasterChef, UK Finalist, 2012
Le Gavroche, London Commis Chef
Oud Sluis Commis Chef
The Ledbury Commis Chef