Hangzhou woman earns monthly income cooking for strangers

A 1992-born woman in Hangzhou, China, named A Lu, has found a successful niche career by traveling to clients' homes to cook meals. After working various roles, including office work, content editing, and running a bakery, she transitioned to this service after posting her availability on social media in December 2025.

By accepting orders through social media and traveling to customers' residences, she avoids the overhead costs of a restaurant or physical storefront. This business model has allowed her to earn an average of 8,000 NDT per month, which is approximately 30.9 million VND. Her service has gained traction through word-of-mouth and repeat clients, with some customers becoming regular patrons.