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Magic Chef
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伙頭智多星
Genre Comedy drama
Written by Mark Wu
Lau Man-wai
Cheung Yin-wah
Shum Sek-yin
Directed by Poon Man-kit
Tam Long-cheong
Lee Ping-kwong
Tsui Wai-hong
Starring Gallen Lo
Francis Ng
Dicky Cheung
Andy Hui
Theme music composer Chan Kwong-wing
Opening theme Toying With Life (玩玩世) by Dicky Cheung
Ending theme Open Mouth (開口) by Gallen Lo
Composer(s) Duck Lau
Ken Chan
Country of origin Hong Kong
Original language(s) Cantonese
No. of episodes 30
Production
Executive producer(s) Daneil Lam
Huang Jing
Stephen Shiu Jr.
Producer(s) Poon Man-kit
Stephen Shiu Jr.
Production location(s) Hong Kong
Shenzhen, China
Cinematography Suen Chun-chiu
Wong Sek-wah
Yeung Choi-loi
Yeung Fat-leung
Editor(s) Kwan Yiu-hung
Camera setup Multi camera
Production company(s) Universe (China) Development
Beijing Top Times Entertainment Investment
Guangzhou City Ying Ming Culture Communication
One Dollar Production
Distributor Universe Films Distribution
Release
Original network TVB Jade
Original release 7 July (2005-07-07) – 17 August 2005 (2005-08-17)
Magic Chef
Traditional Chinese 伙頭智多星
Simplified Chinese 伙头智多星
Literal meaning "The Mastermind Head Chef"
Transcriptions
Standard Mandarin
Hanyu Pinyin Huǒ Tóu Zhì Duō Xīng
Yue: Cantonese
Jyutping Fo2 Tau2 Zi3 Do1 Sing1

Magic Chef is an exciting Hong Kong comedy-drama television series that first aired in 2005. It's a story about family, food, and fighting for what's right. The show follows three brothers who are amazing at making Wonton noodles. They have to work together to save their family's special business after a rival tries to cause trouble for them.

The Story of Magic Chef

Magic Chef tells the tale of the Cheng brothers: Cheng Chung, Cheng Fat, and Cheng Pak. They are known for their delicious wonton noodles, a popular dish in Hong Kong. Their family business is very important to them.

A Rival's Plan

The brothers face a big challenge when a rival tries to frame them. This means someone tries to make it look like they did something wrong. Because of this, their family business is in danger.

Saving the Business

To clear their name and save their noodle shop, the three brothers must combine their skills and smarts. They use their cooking talents and clever ideas to overcome the problems caused by their rival. The show is full of funny moments and exciting twists as they try to bring their family business back to life.

Meet the Cast

The show features many talented actors who bring the characters to life. Here are some of the main stars:

  • Gallen Lo plays Cheng Chung
  • Francis Ng plays Cheng Fat
  • Dicky Cheung plays Cheng Pak
  • Andy Hui plays Jack Yuen
  • Law Kar-ying plays Man Sai
  • Kenny Kwan plays Yip Siu-tung
  • Jess Zhang plays Lok Man-yu
  • Chloe Chiu plays Fei
  • Chen Yichi plays Lee Lai-lai
  • Gabriel Wong plays Ship Bow Fai
  • Gabriel Harrison plays Chan On
  • Emme Wong plays Lucky Leung
  • Mango Wong plays Wong Yeuk-nam
  • Alice Pang plays Ngau Siu-wai
  • Wang Huichun plays Lee Ping-woon
  • Wen Zhangrong plays Cheung Siu-lei
  • Chow Hin plays Shum Sei
  • Jiang Kai plays Yuen To
  • Lu Xingyu plays Andy
  • Zhang Shaohua plays Plain Noodles Granny
  • Niu Zhenhua plays Lau Sing
  • Mandy Chiang plays Yee
  • Elanne Kong plays Enomoto Lan
  • Bunchi Chan plays Enomoto Nai
  • Alex Man plays Supreme Taster Law Hon (Special guest appearance)
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