Chef Yunjia "Jocelyn" Zhang describes her cuisine as "Pure Plant from Yunnan"—a philosophy deeply rooted in her heritage and the extraordinary biodiversity of her home region. For Chef Zhang, the radish is a symbol of humility, reminding us that culinary excellence does not always require luxury ingredients such as truffles. It is a beautiful philosophy that perfectly reflects the spirit of the We're Smart® Green Guide. Her restaurant, Green, is entirely dedicated to Pure Plant gastronomy. Through a tasting menu of fifteen carefully crafted creations, she demonstrates with confidence that Pure Plant cuisine belongs at the very highest level of fine dining. The ingredients are sourced from Yunnan whenever possible, bringing the unique flavours of her homeland to Beijing. Among her favourite ingredients are the region's exceptional wild mushrooms, which feature prominently throughout the menu. The We're Smart® team is full of admiration for Chef Zhang's remarkable ability to transform humble vegetables into refined, deeply expressive dishes with extraordinary flavour. A true We're Smart® standout in Beijing—and a restaurant we are delighted to celebrate.
