Hanoi (VNA) – Nahji Chu (Nga Chu) has become a prominent figure in Australia’s contemporary culinary scene, particularly within the Vietnamese community there. Her stoꦰry is not only that of a successful businesswoman but also a powerful symbol of resilience, innovation, and cultural pride.
Nahji Chu and her family have settled in Australia since 1978. Before venturing into the food industry, she had already built a solid career across various fields. She studied journalism at RMIT University in Melbourne, worked as a reporter and photographer, and later pursued animation studies at Open Channel.
In 2007, she launched her culinary journey by founding Misschu, a business initially supplying traditional Vietnamese fare – such as fresh spring rolls, fried rolls, and steamed buns – to catering services and restaurants in Sydney.
By 2009, she evolved the concept into a tuckshop, a casual eatery offering fast Vietnamese food with a creative twist. Misschu quickly gained popularity, expanding into a successful chain with locations in Sydney, Melbourne, and aspirations to go global.
However, in 2017, financial difficulties forced the closure of the brand.
Undeterred by the failure, Nahji Chu made a bold comeback with the launching of Lady Chu in 2021 in Potts Point, Sydney, a refined restaurant blending Vietnamese and French cuisine. More than just a dining venue, Lady Chu also serves as an artistic space where Chu channels her creativity and love for culture.
Banh Cuon (Steamed rice crepes) served at Lady Chu.
Beyond entrepreneurship, the businesswoman is also recognised as a patron of the arts and a champion of female-led initiatives. She is actively engaged in social advocacy, promoting awareness around gender issues, economic equality, and migrant rights. For her, art is a language to initiate dialogue and unite communities around pressing social challenges.
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