Wu Zhenhua is Wu Ming’s grandfather and the original owner and cook of the Chuan Flavor Restaurant. He fell ill, causing the restaurant to close for a year. He taught Wu Ming how to cook and inspired his love for Sichuan cuisine. He is referred to as the culinary mentor of Wu Ming. The signboard and menu of the shop commemorate his legacy. He is a background figure whose illness and traditions motivate Wu Ming to take over business and preserve the family heritage.
