Sometimes, all it takes is passion, determination, and the right partner.

On February 15, 2024, Yung Soon Lih Food Machine welcomed a young visitor from France. At first, he seemed like another customer interested in tofu equipment. However, after hearing his story, we quickly realized that his journey was very different.

This young entrepreneur was deeply passionate about tofu and dreamed of opening his own artisan tofu shop in France. What impressed us most was not only his business idea, but also the extraordinary journey he made to reach Taiwan. Together with his girlfriend, he traveled from France by train to China, and then took a ferry to Taiwan. The entire one-way journey took nearly two months. It was a remarkable commitment that showed how serious he was about turning his dream into reality.

What made his story even more interesting was that he had no prior tofu production experience. His goal in coming to Taiwan was not only to purchase equipment, but also to learn how tofu is made. During our discussions, we discovered that the tofu workshop where he planned to learn traditional tofu-making in Taiwan was already one of YSL’s customers. It felt as if fate had quietly connected all the right people together.

After understanding his business plan, budget, and future goals, we recommended that he begin with a practical and low-risk solution: the YSL F16 Soybean Grinding & Separating Machine, a double tofu pressing system, tofu molds, and essential accessories. Instead of encouraging him to invest in a large production line immediately, we focused on helping him build a solid foundation for his business. For a young entrepreneur starting from zero, the first step should be stable, manageable, and suitable for long-term growth.

But YSL’s support did not stop at supplying equipment. During our meetings, we shared production knowledge and business experience accumulated from more than 37 years in the tofu industry. We taught him how to calculate tofu yield and soymilk volume, and helped him better understand the basic principles behind tofu production. For someone starting a tofu business for the first time, this knowledge was just as important as the equipment itself.

By the end of his visit, he signed a Letter of Intent with YSL before returning to France. After going back home, he successfully applied for a government-supported startup loan and subsidy program. Shortly after receiving approval, he confirmed his order and arranged payment for his equipment. Step by step, his dream began to move from planning to reality.

Months later, he successfully opened his own artisan tofu shop in France, producing handcrafted tofu for local customers who appreciate fresh, high-quality plant-based foods. Today, he continues to operate his business successfully and remains highly satisfied with the performance of the F16 grinding machine. Even more rewarding for us, he has become an enthusiastic ambassador for YSL, sharing his positive experience and introducing our equipment to other tofu entrepreneurs in France.

This story reminds us why we do what we do. At YSL, we do not simply sell machines. We help people turn ideas into businesses. We transfer knowledge, share experience, and support entrepreneurs from their first soybean to their first successful batch of tofu.

Whether you are an experienced food manufacturer or someone with only a dream and a passion for tofu, we believe every successful tofu business starts with the right guidance and the right partner. This young entrepreneur traveled nearly two months across continents to pursue his dream. Today, that dream is serving high-quality tofu to customers in France, and we are proud to have been part of his journey.