Meet the Dynamic Duo: Mdm Wong and Young Star Shannon
At 65, Mdm Wong Kim Moey finds her daily kitchen routine a bit of a challenge—especially when whipping up three meals a day—but the effort is all fueled by love for her family. She learned the tricks of the trade from her neighbourhood pals while her parents were hustling to make ends meet. Today, she’s busy teaching her 8‑year‑old granddaughter, Shannon, how to cook, all after scooping her up from school.
Grandma’s Signature Dishes · Grandma’s Rules
- Red‑yeast chicken—a savory delight that’s a family favourite.
- Fried cauliflower—the crunchy, golden treat that hits the spot.
- Luncheon meat—for that nostalgic flavour.
Shannon loves these dishes but admits the recipes aren’t exactly a walk in the park. “It’s never simple to master all the steps,” she says.
Kitchen Safety 101
Mdm Wong watches over her curious granddaughter like a hawk. “I only let her beat eggs, no knives—that’s how I keep her from getting a scalded finger.” She recalls an earlier incident where Shannon rushed too fast and singed her fingers.
From Chef to Star: Shannon’s Tune‑up
When she’s not stirring pots, Shannon is a rising talent in the local getai scene—performing since the age of six. She smiles, “I love performing in front of people; it makes them happy and I get a lot of red packets!”
Music started for Shannon when she was three, singing along to the radio. At home, she does karaoke and takes notes on her favourite Hokkien tunes. Mdm Wong occasionally joins, but admits she’s “not the best singer” or dancer— “I’m getting old, I don’t sound good when I sing, I don’t look good when I dance.”
Season 3 Show‑down
In the upcoming episode of The Grand Challenge, Shannon will coach her grandmother in a Hokkien classic while grooving to cha‑cha. Meanwhile, Mdm Wong will teach Shannon how to perfect one of her signature dishes.
Will Shannon capture her grandmother’s secret flavour? Can Mdm Wong’t overcome her stage fright and wow the crowd? Grab your popcorn and find out!
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About “The Grand Challenge”
It’s a 5‑part series where grandparent‑grandchild pairs learn a skill from each other in 10 days, then battle it out in a “duel.” Family members vote for the winner. This game‑show‑style format explores inter‑generational dynamics, bonding, and brings a heart‑warming, fun journey to viewers. All episodes feature Chinese and English subtitles.
Vote for your favourite pair and stand a chance to win great prizes here.
