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Season 10 - Episode 6 - The Latino Chef's Takeover !

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 brand in Dubai, and the cultural richness of Latin American cuisine. 00:00 Introduction 01:13 Meet the Guests: Penelope and Omar 04:34 Omar's Culinary Journey 06:52 Penelope's Culinary Beginnings 10:16 Challenges and Triumphs in the Culinary World 13:36 Fusion Ceviche: Penelope's Dream Realized 16:46 Slab Kitchen: Omar's Seasonal Approach 18:48 Menu Evolution and Specials 19:59 Exclusive Dishes and Menu Curation 20:48 The Rise and Fall of Peruvian Cuisine 23:15 Challenges of Running a Restaurant 25:01 Future Plans and Expansion 26:26 Quick Fire Questions This episode is proudly brought to you by Time Out Market Dubai. 🍴 Follow Fusion Ceviche: https://www.instagram.com/fusioncevichedxb22/ 🍽️ Follow Slab: https://www.instagram.com/slab.uae/ 🎙️ You support the show by leaving a rating on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! Food is Memories! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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