Listen "Season 10 - Episode 11 - Can Dubai Compete with Global Food Capitals?"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textWhat’s fueling Dubai’s food revolution - street eats, Michelin stars, or the influencers in between?In this live episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight-Paccheco sits down with two powerhouse voices in the UAE’s food space: Courtney Brandt, writer and food critic, and Olivera Saponjac, content creator and culinary storyteller.Straight from Time Out Market Dubai, the trio unpacks:- Dubai’s fast-moving culinary trends- The battle between fine dining and street food- The impact of food influencers and honest reviews- Why local talent needs more spotlight on the global stageTune in for smart takes, hot debates, and a rapid-fire round you won’t want to miss.00:00 Introduction 02:15 Meet Courtney Brandt and Olivera Saponjac04:12 Discussion on Dubai’s Food Scene09:38 Michelin vs. Street Food13:26 Collaborations and Global Chefs18:15 Feedback and Food Writing28:29 Quick Fire RoundYou can follow Courtney on - https://www.instagram.com/_courtneybrandt_/You cab follow Olivera on - https://www.instagram.com/foodgoddesme/This episode is proudly brought to you by Time Out Market Dubai.🎙️ You support the show by leaving a rating on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcast!Food is Memories ! 🍽️👨🍳👩🍳Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE
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