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Finally, 32 years after matriculating, I graduated! 5 years of Japanese Studies, during which, I translated the Japanese equivalent of Beowulf, wrote numerous essays on the Tokugawa Shogunate, tried (and failed) to memorise 3,000 kanji and wrote a special paper on the government and politics of Japan. I wanted to write my dissertation on architectural influences on Japanese fashion. There was not a professor willing to oversee this, so instead, I wrote my dissertation on fear of an aged society in post-war Japan and restrictions on the modern contraceptive pill. Funny, the things you remember... So here I am, making sauce and wontons, having taken a rather circuitous route via Burson-Marstellar, McCann-Erikson, DDB Needham, Leagas Delaney, via Tokyo, Sydney and Singapore, where I once worked as an English, French and Latin tutor, moonlighted as an hostess in a club called One Eyed Jack's, bought into a contemporary Asian art business, opened a champagne bar in Singapore's red-light district, founded an events company, wrote a couple of silly books - the kind you put in the loo, got married, divorced, remarried, had kids, worked in luxury recruitment, ran sales and marketing for a champagne house, sat on the executive committee of Unifem Singapore... I guess what I take from the journey so far is that the road from A-B isn't always a straight line...#dofidem #MAoxon #fauxMA #keblecollege #betterlatethannever by @amy__poon

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You’ve probably heard about the government’s temporary (and rather lame) “Great British Summer Savings” scheme which reduces the standard VAT rate from 20% to 5% for kids’ meals. We don’t really do kids’ meals – home cooking is family food for sharing. As the executive sponsor of 2 cost centres, however, I appreciate how expensive holiday seasons can be. @baboo_gelato makes the most delicious award-winning ice-cream. I’ve known Annie Hanbury for over 20 years and everything she does, she does with total dedication. We are offering ice-cream on the house to all children dining with us until September 1st 🍨#PoonsLondon #BabooGelato by @amy__poon

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There has been the most staggering outpouring of goodwill and kindness since my pa's death. @the.independent @restaurantmaguk @thecaterermag @thetimes @telegraph @bbcradio4 have shared wonderful obituaries.I wanted to thank you all for your messages of love and support. Apologies for not responding to you all individually, it's been a bit overwhelming but I have read and noted every one and am immensely grateful for your sympathy and thoughts. I have shared them with my Ma and we have been very comforted by them. Truly, thank you... 🙏❤️ by @amy__poon

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The sun has got his hat on... Poon’s à la plage! Well, almost... minus the sea and the sand but we have umbrellas and siu sik, nibbles and crisp cold drinks. Our terrace is now open so join us for some wontons and a refreshing vibrant glass of Chiaretto. Open Tues – Sat, 12 - 9#Outdoorterrace #Poons #SomersetHouse by @amy__poon

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Bill Poon, 3rd December 1944 - 16th June 2026 💔 by @amy__poon

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Huge congratulations to all the nominees and winners at the National@Restaurant Awards. An honour to be named and a joy to see the industry celebrating and celebrated. Thank you @chomkastefan @nationalrestaurantawards for a wonderful evening 🙏 by @amy__poon

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☀️☀️🍉 Feels appropriate that our Recipe of the Week is this beautiful Watermelon Salad with Chilli Vinegar Dressing from @georgia_levy_ A quick, easy and refreshing salad ideal for the warmer days ahead when you don’t want to be stuck in the kitchen. Delicious on its own and a great partner for grilled meats and coconut rice. Equal parts watermelon, tomatoes and cucumber then fresh chilli, shallots and chives. Doused in Chilli Vinegar Dressing and finished with fresh basil 🍃#Poons #ChilliVinegarDressing #PoonsLondon #Salad #Watermelon by @amy__poon

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Utterly thrilling to be at the @thebookerprizes #InternationalBookerPrize2026 Awards Ceremony for the announcement of Taiwan Travelogue by @roseyanger , translated by @linkinglionking , as this year's winner. Seems rather fitting that the fate of this sensational book, structured around a culinary tour, should have been decided in our dining room! Huge congratulations to Yáng Shuāng-zǐ and Lin King and all the shortlisted nominees. I don't imagine the judging process to be an easy task! Thank you Booker for the invitation, such a privilege to attend. 🙏 by @amy__poon

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Honoured, and equally baffled, to have been shortlisted for restaurateur of the year by @nationalrestaurantawards 2026 . To say that I feel like a novice among giants is a woeful understatement... As ever, deep gratitude to my team @poons_ldn for accommodating my quirks and foibles and for their faith, hard work and dedication 🙏 🙏🙏 by @amy__poon

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We are hiring! This is @matthewjleavey , qiqong, shiatsu, remedial masseur extraordinaire. He comes every 4-6 weeks to treat the team. He sets up his table and props in a side room and chefs rotate in to see him. If you are passionate about food, collaborative, open-minded, kind and interested in learning how to cook Chinese home food @poons_ldn (CondéNast Top New Restaurant Awards), please get in touch. We're a genuinely lovely team and we look after each other. Chef@poonslondon.com by @amy__poon

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#schooldinnerofdreams cooked by @thomasinamiers @josephtrivelli @stevieparle @tomos_pp in support of @chefsinschools_uk - a brilliant, inspiring and humbling initiative. Good to be reminded of the privilege and power of food... 👏❤️ by @amy__poon

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I dislike most photos of myself but brilliant @mingtangevans has captured something in this shot which touched me. Last week, we launched "Eight Bunches," with @jadegrosswines , a stunning wine made exclusively for Poon’s. I have so much admiration for Jade, her journey and her craft. In the middle is our head chef @joyetabelly who shares my philosophy and love of Chinese home cooking and who is my rock in the kitchen. In this picture, she seems to be the anchor, representing food as the connection between us all. Three women, Eight Bunches and a whole lot of #EdibleLove ❤️ by @amy__poon

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