The God of Cookery

The God of Cookery

★ 7.2IMDb Score
Released:1996-12-21
Duration:95 min
Country:Hong Kong
Director:Lee Lik-Chi, Stephen Chow
Actors:Stephen Chow, Karen Mok Man-Wai, Vincent Kok Tak-Chiu, Richard Ng Man-Tat, Lee Siu-Kay
Production:Star Overseas
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Overview:

The most renowned and feared chef in the world loses his title of God of Cookery because of his pompous attitude. Humbled, he sets out to reclaim his title.

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