The Chef JKP Podcast
James Knight-Paccheco celebrates the inspirational stories of people within hospitality, their ups, their downs and everything in between. What does it take to keep up in one of the most competitive, mentally and physically stressful industries in the world? Giving incredible insights and advice to the listeners. For more information go to http://www.chefjkp.com
Episodes
July 30, 2025 • 39 mins
What happens when a powerhouse entrepreneur DMs a Michelin-trained chef… and together they rewrite Dubai’s culinary playbook?
Live from Time Out Market Dubai, this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast brings you a blend of Asian-American fusion! Host James Knight-Paccheco sits down with the brains behind over 20 restaurant brands, Neha Anand and multi-award winning, Chef Kelvin Cheung from Little Jun’s.
Together, they unpack: their u...
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July 28, 2025 • 41 mins
What happens when family, tradition, and passion come together to create a culinary legacy?
Live from Time Out Market Dubai, this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast dives into the inspiring story of a family trio turning sourdough and hospitality into an award-winning experience.
Host James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Eva, Lilian, and Emilie to explore their journey - from honouring family bonds and setting business boundaries to...
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July 16, 2025 • 37 mins
What happens when two of Dubai’s most passionate chefs bring Latin fire to the stage?
Live from Time Out Market Dubai, this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast brings the energy of Latin America straight to you!
Host James Knight-Pacheco sits down with two powerhouse chefs: Penelope Diaz from Fusión Ceviche, and Omar Rodriguez from Slab. Together, they dive into the roots of their culinary journeys, the highs and lows of building a...
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July 9, 2025 • 34 mins
What does it take to turn a humble home kitchen into one of Dubai’s most talked-about Thai food spots?
In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, recorded live at Time Out Market Dubai, host James Knight-Pacheco sits down with Lisa Knight and Chef New, the dynamic duo behind Café Isan – an award-winning Thai street food concept known for its bold flavors, authenticity, and community spirit.
From cooking for friends in Dubai’s T...
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July 2, 2025 • 37 mins
What does it take to build a pizza empire in one of the world’s most competitive food cities?
In this live edition of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Michele and Bill Johnson - the powerhouse duo behind Pitfire Pizza - for a no-filter conversation about passion, perseverance, and the pursuit of the perfect slice.
🎙️ Live from Time Out Market Dubai, they share the story behind one of Dubai’s mo...
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June 25, 2025 • 33 mins
In this live edition of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco dives deep into the world of luxury flavours with two of Dubai’s most exciting artisan creators: Orit Mohamed from Boon Coffee and Zubin Doshi from Scoopi – home of the iconic Black Diamond, a $3,000 liquid nitrogen ice cream.
From the aroma of Ethiopian highlands to scoops topped with saffron and truffle, this isn’t just about taste – it’s about passion, p...
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June 18, 2025 • 31 mins
What do the kitchens of Gaggan, Switzerland’s Michelin-starred fine dining scene, and Dubai’s vibrant Masti have in common? One man behind the pass: Chef Prashant.
In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, recorded live at Time Out Market Dubai, James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Chef Prashant, whose journey spans some of the world’s most influential kitchens.
They get real about:
- What it takes to cook at a Michelin-starr...
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For the first time ever, the Chef JKP Podcast goes LIVE - and we’re bringing the fire straight from Time Out Market Dubai.
In this epic new season you can expect:
🔥 12 episodes
🎤 1 epic live audience
🌍 100% Dubai food culture
Host James Knight-Pacheco kicks off season 10 with a no-holds-barred conversation featuring three of Dubai’s culinary heavyweights: Spero and Alex from BB Social Dining and Chef Athanasios Kargatz...
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June 5, 2025 • 31 mins
In the fifth and final episode of this special Valrhona x Chef JKP Podcast series recorded at the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi, we’re bringing it home with one of the UAE’s rising culinary stars — Chef Khaled Al Saadi.
Host James Knight-Pacheco dives into an inspiring conversation about:🍽️ The evolution of the Emirati food scene👨🍳 Why collaboration is key to culinary growth🍫 And why Chef Khaled proudly chooses Valrhona for his cre...
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May 28, 2025 • 35 mins
What happens when two of the world’s most creative chefs meet in the halls of the Louvre? They’ve cooked for royals, redefined fine dining, and now - they’re reimagining chocolate.
Join in the conversation with two luminaries of the culinary world: Chef Carmen Rueda Hernandez, recently honored as MENA's Best Pastry Chef 2025 by the Middle East & North Africa's 50 Best Restaurants, and Chef Kelvin Cheung, the visionary behind Dubai...
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May 28, 2025 • 47 mins
Host James Knight-Paccheco takes listeners on a rich, multi-sensory journey into the world of fine chocolate in partnership with Valrhona and the Louvre Abu Dhabi.
The episode spotlights Le Fil Rouge, a one-of-a-kind event uniting over 250 chefs, artists, and visionaries from around the globe!
This episode’s guest Olivier Morel, Chief Business Officer at Valrhona, shares insights on the fusion of community, creativity, and cultu...
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May 26, 2025 • 24 mins
What happens when chocolate, culture, and craftsmanship come together?
In this special edition of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco shares the 2nd episode of a special series with Valrhona, one of the world’s most prestigious chocolate makers.
This episode highlights a collaboration between Valrhona and Louvre Abu Dhabi, exploring how fine chocolate is both an art form and a cultural connector.
JKP sits down with...
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May 25, 2025 • 56 mins
Welcome to a special edition of the Chef JKP Podcast!
In this special edition of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Chef Brice Konan-Ferrand, a renowned chocolatier and pastry chef who has worked around the globe.
Chef Brice shares his inspiring culinary journey, from training in France and working in various kitchens worldwide to specialising in chocolate and taking part in major events like the one...
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May 21, 2025 • 94 mins
What if success isn’t something you chase, but something you prepare from within?
Before the coaching empire, wellness retreats, and becoming a global speaker, Regan Hillyer was stuck in a cycle of burnout, fear, debt, and disconnection.
In this powerful season finale of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco explores Regan’s extraordinary journey from breakdown to breakthrough.
From humble beginnings in New Zealand ...
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What happens when two visionaries join forces ?
In this extraordinary episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco welcomes Chef Torsten Vildgaard (formerly of Noma) and iconic Chef Björn Frantzén, both globally acclaimed for redefining modern gastronomy.
Now leading the charge at FZN at Atlantis, The Palm, they’re reshaping fine dining in the Middle East.
The conversation takes us through their personal stories...
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May 7, 2025 • 107 mins
What does it take to lead a world-class kitchen rooted in fire and flavour? In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Chef Jack Jarrott, the driving force behind Sand and Koal at Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi.
Jack takes us on a raw and honest journey through his career - from growing up in Australia to mastering open-fire cooking in London under the Gordon Ramsay empire, and eventually beco...
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May 1, 2025 • 116 mins
What does it take to build a cult-favourite pizza bakery from scratch?
We’re already at the Episode 9 from Season 9 of the show, and this time James Knight-Paccheco welcomes the passionate and resilient Raj Dagstani, founder of multi winning Marmellata Pizzeria.
Raj shares his remarkable journey from early food memories to creating one of the United Arab Emirates most beloved pizza concepts. The conversation covers the challenge...
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April 23, 2025 • 104 mins
What happens when comfort food meets the desert?
In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco sits down with the inspiring and outspoken Chef Troy Payne for a deep, personal, and unfiltered conversation.
From his Melbourne food roots to launching Craft by Side Hustle, the first brewery concept in the MENA region, Troy opens up about the highs and lows of his culinary career. The episode touches on mentorsh...
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April 16, 2025 • 108 mins
Can hospitality thrive without mental wellness?
In this very special live episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Scott Armstrong, journalist-turned-mental-health-advocate and founder of MENTL, to have an unfiltered, honest conversation about the state of mental health in the workplace - particularly in high-pressure industries like hospitality.
This episode dives deep into psychological safety, brea...
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April 9, 2025 • 111 mins
Is your lifestyle helping or hurting your performance in the kitchen?
In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco welcomes Michael Canas, a transformation coach with a passion for helping people in demanding careers - like hospitality - take back control of their health.
From sleep and cravings to nutrition, alcohol, stress, and the power of small, consistent habits, this episode is packed with practical,...
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