Best Podcast James KnightPacheco Podcasts (2024)

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Season 6 - Episode 2 - Marvin Alballi - The Hospitality Guru! 1:09:16

6h ago1:09:16

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Send us a Text Message. The Chef JKP podcast hosted by James Knight Paccheco features Marvin Alballi, a renowned public speaker, hospitality expert and best selling author of 'Restaurant Excellence'. Marvin shares insights on his journey in the hospitality industry, discussing topics like childhood food memories, the importance of service and hospi…

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Season 6 - Episode 1 - Sustainability Within Hospitality! 18:35

7d ago18:35

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Send us a Text Message. Dive into Season 6 of the Chef JKP Podcast, now streaming on YouTube! Host James Knight Paccheco welcomes a stellar lineup of culinary talents, CEOs, and industry experts, exploring the diverse flavours of the culinary world. From business strategies to sustainability, mental health, and the power of human connection, each e…

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Etisalat Beach Canteen - Dubai Food Festival 2024 - Part 2 52:11

14d ago52:11

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Send us a Text Message. In the second part of the ChefJKP Podcast’s Beach Canteen special, Chef James Knight-Paccheco takes you on a flavorful journey alongside a delectable array of culinary delights. Delve into the fascinating stories behind the incredible eateries featuring in the 11th edition of Dubai's Food Festival Beach Canteen, plus what fo…

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Etisalat Beach Canteen - Dubai Food Festival 2024 - Part 1 59:32

20d ago59:32

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Send us a Text Message. This is a 2 part Special! On this episode of the ChefJKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco is at the Etisalat Beach Canteen in conjunction with the Dubai Food Festival, to fill you in with everything you need to know about the food and offerings available at the beachside dining popup. What food and drinks are must-haves a…

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Season 5 - Episode 12 - Colin Clague - Hard Work Beats Talent! 1:16:09

1M ago1:16:09

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the ChefJKP Podcast, celebrated chef Colin Clague shares his experiences working in various kitchens around the world, from the Isle of Man to London, Australia, and Dubai. He discussed the challenges and rewards of opening iconic restaurants like Zuma and Qbara, where he brought his expertise in Middle Ea…

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Season 5 - Episode 11 - Halil Asar - Hospitality is a Feeling! 1:08:39

1M ago1:08:39

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Send us a Text Message. In this enlightening episode of the Chef JKP podcast, host Chef JKP welcomes Halil Asar, a pioneering figure in the hospitality industry. Halil shares his inspirational journey from his early days in his mother's restaurant to becoming the youngest three-star Michelin maitre d' in Europe. Currently the director of operations…

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Season 5 - Episode 10 - Kelvin Cheung - Jun's, Fame & Push Ups! 1:06:58

2M ago1:06:58

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the ChefJKP Podcast, Kelvin Cheung shares his formative years working in his dad's restaurant and his path into the industry. Kelvin also touches on the challenges of maintaining a work-life balance in the demanding world of hospitality. Despite the accolades and recognition, including being featured in th…

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Season 5 - Episode 9 - Giovanni Papi - Armani, The Burj Khalifa and Michelin! 1:22:43

2M ago1:22:43

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Send us a Text Message. Giovanni's passion for his craft is palpable. In this episode, he shares how he believes in the power of food to bring people together, to create memories, and to evoke emotions. It is this belief that drives him to constantly push the boundaries of Italian cuisine and create dishes that not only satisfy the palate but also …

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Season 5 - Episode 8 - Hadrien Villedieu - From Junk Food to Chez Wam ! 1:22:21

2M ago1:22:21

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we meet Chef Hadrien Villedieu discusses his formative years as a fussy eater and his journey into the culinary world. They talk about his time in Morocco, where he faced challenges in adapting to a different culture and learning the local cooking techniques. Hadrien shares his experiences working with Joël …

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Season 5 - Episode 7 - Kelvin Kelly - Humble Lessons ! 1:07:14

2M ago1:07:14

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the ChefJKP Podcast, Kelvin Kelly reveals a unique odyssey from South African family braais to becoming an executive chef in Dubai. The episode explores childhood memories, culinary traditions, and unexpected detours, including a stint as a private investigator. Kelvin recounts his culinary school experien…

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Season 5 - Episode 6 - Alex Stumpf - Chef's, Business and Family! 1:17:28

2M ago1:17:28

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Send us a Text Message. Chef Alex, a culinary maestro, shares his riveting journey from a 15-year-old apprentice in Germany to helming Zuma Dubai. This culinary saga unfolds in kitchens across Europe, with stops in London and a pivotal moment in Zuma, where Alex's passion for Asian cuisine ignited. The podcast delves into his experiences, from mana…

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Season 5 - Episode 5 - Govind Shepley - Interior Designers and Chefs are the Same ! 1:08:06

2M ago1:08:06

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Send us a Text Message. Creativity is a fundamental aspect of interior design, and Shepley's approach to his craft is deeply rooted in collaboration and understanding the needs and desires of his clients. In this episode of the ChefJKP Podcast, he highlights the importance of working closely with chefs and owners to create spaces that not only refl…

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Season 5 - Episode 4 - Tom Allen - Leading Dinner by Heston ! 1:01:38

2M ago1:01:38

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast episode explores Tom Allen’s culinary journey rooted in childhood experiences. Raised in a family deeply connected to food and nature, he developed an early appreciation for farm-to-table practices. Venturing into a professional kitchen as a teenager, he found a second family at a small hometown restaurant. He s…

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Season 5 - Episode 3 - Peggy Li - SPS Affinity and Beyond! 1:32:56

3M ago1:32:56

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the ChefJKP Podcast, Peggy reflects on the importance of food education and how it is lacking in today's society. She mentions that most children these days only see food in packages in the fridge and don't have the opportunity to learn about the origins and quality of the ingredients. Listen in as Peggy p…

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Season 5 - Episode 2 - Carmine Faravolo - Roots are Important! 1:03:40

3M ago1:03:40

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the ChefJKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco interviews Chef Carmine Farovolo. They discuss Carmine's culinary journey, starting from his formative years cooking with his grandmother in Naples to his experiences working with renowned chefs around the world. Carmine shares stories of his time in the kitc…

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Season 5 - Episode 1 - Failure Is Your Best Friend! 23:22

3M ago23:22

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to another packed Season of The Chef JKP Podcast ! Another packed show full of remarkable guests within the world of hospitality. Host of the show James Knight-Paccheco aka Chef JKP, teases what is in store for the upcoming season. James also discusses a topic that is close to everyone - failure! Discussing his own f…

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Christmas Special - Rundown of 2023 and Predictions for 2024! 1:05:21

5M ago1:05:21

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Send us a Text Message. In this festive episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight Pacheco is joined by the renowned Liam Collens for a Merry Christmas special. The two dive into a captivating conversation, unwrapping the culinary highlights and lowlights of 2023. Liam Collens AKA - Eat, Go, See! He is a distinguished figure in the world of…

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Season 4 - Episode 12 - Himanshu Saini - The World's Most Humble Chef! 1:03:49

6M ago1:03:49

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Send us a Text Message. In the final episode of the Chef JKP Podcast season 4, James Knight-Paccheco interviews the extremely humble and talented, Himanshu Saini, the corporate chef for the Passion F&B Group, the chef and driving force behind the world famous double Michelin starred Trèsind Studio. They discuss Saini's journey from being a trainee …

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Season 4 - Episode 11 - Solemann Haddad - Moonrise and Beyond ! 47:25

6M ago47:25

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Send us a Text Message. In this fast-paced episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco interviews Solemann Haddad, a 27-year-old self taught chef patron of the acclaimed Michelin starred restaurant - Moonrise! Solemann has achieved remarkable success in the culinary world. Haddad shares his favourite food memory, his early experienc…

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Season 4 - Episode 10 - Claudia De Brito - San Pellegrino 50 Best Restaurants MENA Vice Chair ! 1:02:53

6M ago1:02:53

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco welcomes Claudia De Brito, the vice chair for the world's top 50 best restaurants MENA region. Claudia shares her incredible upbringing, surprising pasta making skills, and offers advice for budding writers. She also discusses her experiences working at a fi…

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Season 4 - Episode 9 - Nick Alvis - From London Kitchens to the Dubai Dream ! 1:20:06

7M ago1:20:06

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, James interviews Nick Alvis, the founder of KMS (Kitchen Management Solutions) and one of the most accomplished and celebrated chef 's in Dubai and the Gulf Region. They discuss Nick's journey in the culinary world, working with renowned chefs such as Gordon Ramsay, Marcus Wareing, an…

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Season 4 - Episode 8 - Fahim Al Qasimi - Seafood Souq! 1:00:45

7M ago1:00:45

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco takes listeners on a culinary journey filled with food memories, laughter, and lessons for life. On this weeks show . The episode features an enlightening conversation with Fahim Al Qasimi, Co-founder of Seafood Souq, a digital platform that sheds light on t…

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Season 4 - Episode 7 - Stasha Toncev - The Chief Soul Kitchen Officer! 1:18:57

7M ago1:18:57

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, Stasha shares her journey from Serbia to the UAE and her vision of serving modern Balkan cuisine. She opens up about the challenges she faced in the hospitality industry and how she turned strangers into friends at her restaurant. Stasha also shares his experience with previous head c…

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Season 4 - Episode 6 of The Chef JKP Podcast - Liam Collens the Founder of Eat, Go, See. 1:04:05

7M ago1:04:05

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, James Knight Pacheco and his guest Liam Collens, discuss the importance of giving and receiving feedback in the restaurant industry. He questions whether people truly want feedback or if they are seeking validation instead. Liam also emphasizes the need for a holistic approach when cr…

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Season 4 - Episode 5 - Jason Atherton - The Chef of Chef's ! 50:40

8M ago50:40

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Send us a Text Message. This episode of the Chef JKP Podcast features an interview with none other than the award winning Jason Atherton, a renowned chef and restaurateur. Host James Knight-Paccheco explores Atherton's early food memories, including his mom's prawn cocktail night at their guest house. They also discuss Atherton's journey into the c…

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Season 4 - Episode 4 - Duncan Fraser Smith - Author, Concept Creator, Visionary ! 1:02:30

8M ago1:02:30

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, Duncan Fraser Smith, a veteran of the hospitality industry, recounts stories of working in the back of the house, where he witnessed the intense pressure and high standards of a professional kitchen. From plates being pushed onto the floor if not served quickly enough to throwing kniv…

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Season 4 Episode 3 - Jean Winter - CEO of Touch - An Inclusive Talent Agency Like No Other! 1:21:12

8M ago1:21:12

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, Jean Winter, founder and CEO of Touch, shares her love of food and how it has brought people together throughout her life. She emphasizes the importance of equality in food and how her community projects give back. Jean also discusses her extensive travels and restaurant reviews. Abov…

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Season 4 Episode 2 - Tom Arnel - Chef To Managing Director! 1:06:16

8M ago1:06:16

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco interviews Tom Arnel, managing director of EATX, a company with multiple dining concepts in Dubai. Arnell discusses his transition from being a classically trained chef to a successful restaurateur. Together, James and Tom offer insights, stories, and lesson…

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Season 4 - Episode 1 - Ego, The Chef's Worst Enemy! 13:23

8M ago13:23

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Send us a Text Message. In Season 4 of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco is back with a lineup of incredible topics and guests. This season, the podcast includes not only audio but also visual content. The discussions dive deeper into various subjects, promising an engaging and thought-provoking experience. In this episode, James sha…

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Pre-Season Special -The Chefpreneur Reif Othman! 1:13:17

9M ago1:13:17

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, James Knight-Paccheco sits down with multi-award winning chef and entrepreneur, Reif Othman. They discuss Reif's impressive career in the culinary industry and delve into topics such as the importance of hard work and listening, adapting to the needs of the customer, and the role of i…

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Season 3 - Episode 12 - Greg Malouf - The Godfather - Part 2! 34:05

3y ago34:05

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com and Meelz - https://meelz.me For the last two episodes, we are doing a two-part special on one of the most celebrated and highly decorated chefs of our time. He is known to most as the godfather of modern Middle Eastern cooking, the one and only Greg Malouf! …

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Season 3 - Episode 11 - Greg Malouf - The Godfather - Part 1! 39:43

3y ago39:43

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com and Meelz - https://meelz.me For the last two episodes of this season, we are doing a two-part special on one of the most celebrated and highly decorated chefs of our time. He is known to most as the godfather of modern Middle Eastern cooking, the one and onl…

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Season 3 - Episode 10 - Ahmed Salih & Bassel Siblini - Meelz! 39:59

3y ago39:59

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com and Meelz - https://meelz.me Ahmed Salih and Bassel Siblini are the Co-Founders of a brilliant new digital platform - Meelz, the first marketplace in the world to connect chefs directly to the customer. https://meelz.me It started during the pandemic, when th…

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Season 3 - Episode 9 - Sarah Hedley Hymers - Broadcaster, Journalist, and Michelin Explorer! 48:11

3y ago48:11

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com and Meelz - https://meelz.me Sarah Hedley Hymers is one of the most respected food and travel journalists across Europe, Middle East and Africa, not only that, she is also an author, and a judge on several esteemed panels, as well as being on a personal quest…

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Season 3 - Episode 8 - Michael Desouza - In-Flight Purser to Professional Chef! 40:44

3y ago40:44

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com and Meelz - https://meelz.me Michael De Souza was working at Emirates airlines for 15 years, the pandemic came along, he was made redundant like so many people at the time, however he didn’t rest on his laurels, as there was always a passion for food from a y…

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Season 3 - Episode 7 - Martin Koebke - Obsession 58:32

3y ago58:32

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com and Meelz - https://meelz.me Martin Koebke is the Founder and CEO of 1765 Gemini, a company that has a full solution when it comes to kitting out bars, hotels, restaurants, it is a one stop shop essentially, they offer clients the very best in the marketplace…

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Season 3 - Episode 6 - Gregoire Berger - The Perfectionist Chef 42:05

3y ago42:05

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com and Meelz - https://meelz.me When it comes to being one of the most creative and decorated chef’s of the Middle East and beyond, Gregoire Berger has done a lot on his life as a cook, and by the way he is not stopping! He grew up in Brittany, in his native Fra…

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Season 3 - Episode 5 - The Caviar Spoon 36:21

3y ago36:21

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com and Meelz - https://meelz.me Mary or better known to her friends as Pra, is the founder of The Caviar Spoon, a platform that ties different types of brands to collaborate! https://www.thecaviarspoon.com Spending over eighteen months to get set up, hasn’t been…

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Season 3 - Episode 4 - Alannah Francesca - The Accidental Pastry Chef! 42:29

3y ago42:29

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com and Meelz - https://meelz.me Alannah fell into hospitality completely by accident. The dream was to become a graphic designer, however after realising that it meant sitting behind a desk, it was a that point the decision was made to go into culinary school, t…

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Season 3 - Episode 3 - Courtney Brandt AKA -A to Zaatar! 45:31

3y ago45:31

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com and Meelz - https://meelz.me Courtney Brandt otherwise known to others as A to Zaatar, is not only an author but one of the most respected food and travel writers in the Gulf region. In her own words, she was late to the market, however one of the things she …

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Season 3 - Episode 2 - Carlos de Garza - 3Fils 50:43

3y ago50:43

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com and Meelz https://meelz.me Frunze Carlos de Garza is the Group Development / Executive Chef for the famed 3Fils restaurant in Dubai, with mixed heritage of Mexican and Russian, you know that his food is going to be full of spice and fermentation. https://www.…

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Season 3 - Episode 1 - Un-sung Heroes 12:39

3y ago12:39

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com And Meelz - https://meelz.me A very warm welcome to Series 3 of the Chef JKP Podcast, can you believe it! Old friends and new, thank you for coming along to this inspirational audio adventure, we have got some of the very best people from in and around the ho…

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Ramadan 2021 Special - Chef Tim Newton 30:03

3y ago30:03

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is a two part Ramadan special, bought to you by Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com and Meelz - https://meelz.me For the second part, I talk to one of the most exciting and prominent Chef’s of the region! Tim Newton started cooking at at an early age, cooking for his mum. He was raised in Southern California, firs…

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Ramadan 2021 Special - Chef Mohamad Chabchoul 48:23

3y ago48:23

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is a two part Ramadan special, bought to you by our partners, Gulfood - https://www.gulfood.com, and Meelz - https://meelz.me For the first part, I talk to one of the most exciting and prominent Chef’s of the region! Mohamad Chabchoul started cooking at the tender age of 15. With Lebaneese origins, having spent …

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Season 2 - Episode 12 - FOOD SHEIKH 41:13

3+ y ago41:13

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Send us a Text Message. FoodSheikh was launched in 2015 as an impartial restaurant review website for Dubai’s growing F&B landscape built on trust and credibility from years of experience in the industry and a sense of fun. FoodSheikh’s aim is to grow from just producing reviews to creating fun, engaging and original content for the larger F&B mark…

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Season 2 - Episode 11 - Maria Stevens - The Marketer! 33:58

3+ y ago33:58

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Send us a Text Message. Let's just say that food and hospitality has always been around for Maria Stevens. Originally from Spain, we all know that the Spanish not only know about great food and service, but they have given us the likes of Ferran Adria, Serrano ham, and notably a world class football league. Maria started her professional marketing …

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Season 2 - Episode 10 - Craig Best - Into Hells Kitchen! 37:38

3+ y ago37:38

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Send us a Text Message. Craig Best is the Head Chef of the famed Hell's Kitchen restaurant, housed in Caesar's Palace, Dubai. https://www.gordonramsayrestaurants.com/gordon-ramsay-hells-kitchen-dubai At the tender age of 16 straight from high school, he went to work as a chef in a small pub in his local town located in England, making sandwiches. N…

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Season 2 - Episode 9 - Joe Barlett - The Foraging Chef 44:30

3+ y ago44:30

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Send us a Text Message. Joe Bartlett knew that he wanted to become a chef at a young age. Fast forward a few years, his dream became a reality, however the road was not going to be easy. He started working in a local hotel on the weekends getting his backside kicked, in the weekdays he was studying at catering college. This was in his local town, l…

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Season 2 - Episode 8 - Sunjeh Raja - I.C.C.A 36:12

3+ y ago36:12

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Send us a Text Message. Sunjeh Rana is the CEO of the award winning International Centre for Culinary Arts (ICCA), based in Dubai, UAE. He describes himself, as always being an entrepreneur, however destiny had chosen him to go down the route of how to bring culinary education to the next generation. It was a holiday to Dubai, that led him to be wi…

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Season 2 - Episode 7 - Giovanni Ledon - Vegas to Dubai! 32:29

3+ y ago32:29

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Send us a Text Message. Chef Giovanni said, that as soon as he born, he was in the kitchen. Born and raised in Las Vegas, USA, his parents had a restaurant, one of his earliest memories was seeing the cooks, the flames, the shouting, he knew this was his calling. His very first job was in the infamous Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas https://www.caesar…

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