Adam Liaw (Chinese: 廖崇明; pinyin: Liào Chóngmíng;[2] born 8 September 1978)[citation needed] is a Malaysian-born Australian cook, television presenter and author.

[5] After his parents divorced and his mother moved to New Zealand, Liaw lived with his paternal grandmother whom he credits with a huge influence on his cooking and his life.

[9] After graduation, Liaw was employed by Kelly & Co Lawyers in Adelaide where he worked in technology, commercial/corporate law, business advisory and international trade.

[citation needed] In 2004, Liaw moved to Japan where he worked in media law for The Walt Disney Company.

[15] On 25 July 2010, he was declared the winner of the second season of MasterChef Australia, defeating Callum Hann 89–82 for the title in the final.

[17] After winning the show, Liaw considered a number of opportunities, including opening an izakaya restaurant with Tokyo-based Australian chef and friend Matthew Crabbe.

[25] On 14 March 2012, it was announced that Liaw will host his own travel/food TV show, Destination Flavour, which premiered on the SBS network in August 2012.

[29] The series sees Liaw chatting and cooking with guests including Colin Fassnidge, Julie Goodwin, Jock Zonfrillo, Yumi Stynes, Jessica Rowe and Jimmy Barnes.

[35] In 2017, Liaw was named by All Nippon Airways as the Culinary Ambassador for ANA Australia, and created two seasonal menus for the airline.