i. Biography
Coming Up
At 102 House in Shanghai, former chef Xu Jingye built a rare kind of continuity: first as chef-owner from 2006–2021, then as chef from 2021–2021. The address stayed fixed, and the work accrued there over time, with each year adding weight to the room’s identity and to Xu’s own standing within it. In a trade that often prizes movement, this was a long exercise in holding a place and sharpening its character through repetition. A fifteen-year run as chef-owner gave the kitchen time to settle into its own rhythm. Xu Jingye’s tenure at 102 House in Shanghai reads as stewardship rather than churn, with the same dining room carrying the mark of extended attention. The later shift to chef in 2021–2021 extended that continuity inside the same setting, keeping the focus on consistency, memory, and the slow accumulation of expertise at one address. At 102 House in Shanghai, Xu Jingye’s work was shaped by staying put long enough for the house to become part of the craft itself. The result is not a story of reinvention, but of sustained command, where familiarity became a working method and long service became its own form of authority.
Signature
Xu's signature dishes include Sweet & Sour Pork.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of Xu
Where did Xu Jingye work before?
Earlier in their career, Xu Jingye worked at 102 House and 102 House.
What recognition has Xu Jingye received?
Michelin Guide: two stars (2023).
