Jon Yao

Chef; owner, Kato

Chef and owner of Kato

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Jon Yao and Nick Picciotto of Kato are using arava melons from Weiser Family Farms for a shave ice.

Inspired by Chinese banquet meals, Michelin-chef Jon Yao uses melons for shave ice

Jon Yao and Nick Picciotto of Kato are using arava melons from Weiser Family Farms for a shave ice.

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