Martin Yan

Martin Yan (Chinese: 甄文達, Zhen Wenda) is a Chinese-American chef and food writer. He has hosted his award-winning PBS-TV cooking show Yan Can Cook since 1982. He has acted in films as both himself and characters and published a variety of books.

Martin Yan is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 8 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Awkwafina: The Unlikely Cook (2026), Rice Rhapsody (2005), Space Ghost Coast to Coast (1994), I Bid You Peace: The Rise & Fall of the Frugal Gourmet (2026), Improper Channels (1981), Love Knows No Bounds (1995), Martin Yan's Chinatowns (2002), Yan Can Cook: Spice Kingdom (2018). The recorded credits span 1981 to 2026, including 3 movies and 5 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.