Jun Au
Jun Au is the chef-patron and creative force behind Pomelo, a celebrated modern-Chinese restaurant in Edinburgh. Under his leadership Pomelo has grown from a small neighbourhood noodle spot to a 24-cover dining destination, earning recognition from critics across Scotland.
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In 2025 Jun was awarded the Acorn Award, and was named Best Asian Chef in Scotland by the Asian Catering Federation. Pomelo is frequently cited among Edinburgh’s “must-visit” venues and is noted for its bold fusion of Asian technique and Scottish-sourced produce.
Jun moved to Scotland at the age of six and grew up in a neighbourhood with few restaurants or late-night food options. That experience shaped his sense of community purpose - he wanted to build something for the area he grew up in and offer the kind of food culture he wished had existed. Jun credits his mother - who once dreamed of opening her own restaurant - with inspiring his love for food. She taught him to cook from a young age and chose the name of his restaurant.
Jun’s menu celebrates his food philosophy centres on producing food that reflects his heritage and where he is cooking.
