A millennial living in Beijing missed his hometown flavors. So, he opened a restaurant and started serving them himself.
Briefly

Wu Zhixun, originally from Yunnan, left a banking career to pursue acting in Beijing. His journey led him through a series of unexpected events, including a short-lived F&B venture. After facing challenges with two earlier restaurant investments, Wu learned valuable lessons about location and management. Now, at 31, he runs a successful restaurant that encapsulates the flavors of his hometown, having recouped his initial investment within a year.
Wu Zhixun's journey illustrates the unpredictability of career paths; from accidental acting to a now-thriving restaurant in Beijing that reflects his roots.
Despite initial setbacks in his F&B ventures, Wu demonstrated resilience and adaptability, ultimately opening a successful restaurant inspired by Yunnan's flavors.
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