Reasons why I like being mixed race

He identifies as half British and Chinese-Malaysian, citing DNA results of 40% Han Chinese, 5% Southeast Asian, and possible Russian ancestry. He values looking distinctive and culturally different, but has little interest in Malaysia or learning Cantonese despite family access. He presents Chinese home cooking and Chinese New Year cash envelopes as the main practical benefits, contrasting them with bland English food.

Mixed identity is framed positively, but attachment is strongest to Chinese food, not Malaysian culture or language.