Born in Japan and raised in Guam and Hawaii, Dining With the Chef co-host Yu Hayami’s bicultural background has enabled her to be active as an international talent. She has had a consistently successful career as a singer and actress since her debut in 1982. Aside from her career and being a mother of two, Yu is also very involved in various charity works. She is a lover of good food as well as a fine wine enthusiast.

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