From the Boxing Ring to the BBQ Pit: Chasing Passion with Davis Ng

In this episode of Before We Get There, host Nicholas Braman interviews Davis Ng, a professional boxer and chef. Davis recently won the WBC Silver Asia Middleweight title and runs a unique fusion restaurant in Singapore, Kemuri BBQ, which combines Texas barbecue with Japanese culinary influences. Davis shares insights into his boxing career, overcoming setbacks, starting a food business while in culinary school, and his epic internship in a famous Austin barbecue joint. He also talks about the challenges and rewards of opening and running his restaurant and balancing his boxing career. Tune in to hear about Davis's journey, his inspirations, and future aspirations.

Guest links:
Kemuri BBQ: https://www.instagram.com/kemuribbq.sg/
BaconKing SG: https://www.instagram.com/baconking.sg/
Davis Ng: https://www.instagram.com/davistheking/

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview

01:25 Davis Ng's Boxing Journey

02:33 Overcoming Defeats and Challenges

07:52 Starting a Culinary Career

13:57 Building a Food Business

17:00 Opening a Restaurant

33:04 Future Plans and Reflections

37:47 Conclusion and Contact Information