Ep. 08 - From Village to Global Flavor: A Lebanese Chef's Story, Chef Youssef Akiki

Join us as we uncover the remarkable journey of a Lebanese chef, from his humble beginnings in a mountain village to his global culinary influence. This episode explores the deep connection between food, culture, and identity, showcasing the passion and skill behind preserving Lebanon's rich culinary heritage with Chef Youssef Akiki.
Whether you're a food enthusiast or curious about the life of a passionate chef, don't miss this inspiring episode on The Cozy Pod filled with flavor, tradition, and the power of food to unite.
Credits:
Host: Nayla Hocheimy Hajj
Executive Producer: Hani Akiki
Director: Edgard Hakim
Assistant: Ghina Zgheib
Social Media: Anthony Kkhoury
Translator: Dolly Chbeir
Consultant: Nasri Messarra
Graphic Designer: Ralph Waked
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Time Code:
0:00 Intro
2:23 Early awakening
4:00 National Bocuse d'Or
6:00 Starting in the Hotel Sector
8:15 Burgundy Beirut: Success After Hard Work
10:08 Was it Luck?
12:07 Brut, the dream, the hometown - hrajel
13:55 What makes a Good Chef
19:32 Taste Palette and Nostalgia
21:10 Critics, Reviews, Indicators
23:26 Food as Heritage
26:55 Hummus & the Lebanese Kitchen
30:40 The Lebanese Restaurant and Its Short Lifespan
34:20 Kitchen Backstage
36:14 Contributing to Positive Change
38:32 Fundraising Dinner with Davy Tissot
41:25 Lebanese Chefs United Against All Odds
42:33 UNIDO and the Innovation Behind It
46:23 La Liste: Brut, the Hidden Gem Award

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❤❤❤

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👌👍

[@MurielSar]

Interesting story :)

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حبيت ولا اهضم من هيك وصحتين ❤

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يا حبيبي بحراجل بيحكو كوكتيل انكليزي فرنساوي؟

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