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The Chef JKP Podcast

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

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75:05

Season 11 - Episode 8 - Can passion take you from...

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2025/11/06

Send us a text Season 11 continues with a story that blends tradition, determination, and the pursuit of flavour. From the heart of Mexico to Dubai’s shores, Chef Sergio Hernández Ruiz has built his career one kitchen and one lesson at a time. Now the Chef de Cuisine at Tamoka, Sergio brings Latin warmth, coastal soul, and bold creativity to every plate. In this episode, he opens up about growing up in a small town, discovering his calling through Iron Chef America, and pushing himself from...

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77:27

Season 11 - Episode 7 - How Chef Fabrice Rosso Earned...

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2025/10/30

Send us a text Season 11 continues with a story built on precision, passion, and perseverance. From the south of France to the heart of Doha, Chef Fabrice Rosso has crafted his journey one plate and one lesson at a time. Now the Executive Chef at IDAM by Alain Ducasse, Fabrice’s path takes us through the world of Michelin kitchens, from Nice and Monaco to Paris, where he trained under some of the world’s finest chefs, before finding his home in Qatar. In this episode, Fabrice opens up abou...

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75:13

Season 11 - Episode 6 - How a Family Business Became...

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2025/10/23

Send us a text Season 11 continues with a story that brings together food, family, and fearless creativity. When her mom once suggested turning her newsletters into a book, Joan Tuaño Rumsey brushed it off. Years later, that tiny spark became Steak Simplified, a thoughtful and beautifully written guide that makes people fall in love with meat, education, and culture all over again. From growing up in the Philippines to helping her parents build La Carne in Abu Dhabi, Joan’s story is rooted ...

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87:59

Season 11 - Episode 5 - What It Takes to Lead Pastry...

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2025/10/16

Send us a text Season 11 continues with an inspiring story that blends precision, passion, and pastry in the most beautiful way. From cycling through snow at 3:30 in the morning to his first job in a small pastry shop in France, Chef Christophe Devoille has come a long way. Today, he leads one of the world’s most iconic pastry programs as the Executive Pastry Chef at Atlantis The Royal in Dubai. Over the years, Christophe has worked alongside Alain Ducasse, opened luxury hotels from Paris t...

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82:15

Season 11 - Episode 4 - Do Chefs Need to Suffer to...

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2025/10/09

Send us a text Season 11 continues with another remarkable story of resilience, flavor, and fire featuring Chef Thinus Van Der, Culinary Director 99 Sushi Bar. From growing up in South Africa surrounded by braais and family kitchens to becoming a Michelin-star chef in the UAE, Thinus’s story is a masterclass in grit, gratitude, and growth. After surviving stage three brain cancer, he returned to the kitchen stronger than ever, leading teams, redefining Japanese fine dining in Abu Dhabi, and ...

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117:32

Episode 3 - Does Dubai Really Need Another Fine...

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2025/10/02

Send us a text Season 11 continues with another powerful voice in food: Solemann Haddad, Head Chef and Owner of Moonrise in Dubai. At just 26, Solemann became the youngest chef in the region to earn a Michelin star, but his story is about more than accolades. From dropping out of university three weeks before graduating to building one of Dubai’s most talked about restaurants, Solemann has forged his path with ambition, honesty, and an uncompromising belief in identity. In this conversation...

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80:45

Episode 2 - Is There Really Nothing New You Can Do...

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2025/09/25

Send us a text Season 11 continues with a very special guest: RJ Harvey, Culinary Director at Potatoes USA. RJ is a walking encyclopedia of potato knowledge, but more than that, he is a chef who has lived the grind, from his first hotel kitchen job in Denver to competing on Food Network’s Alex vs. America to now leading innovation at the Spud Lab in Denver. In this conversation, RJ shares how childhood food memories shaped his love for cooking, what it means to support farmers and growers, ...

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73:11

Season 11 Begins | Chef JKP on Updates, Q&A and Life...

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2025/09/18

Send us a text Chef JKP AKA James Knight-Paccheco gives a warm welcome to Season 11. For the first time the season is extended to 16 episodes, and in this solo opener James shares what he has been up to, talks about the big Michelin moments in Dubai, thanks the hospitality community, introduces Potatoes USA as the season sponsor and launches a listener Q&A. This episode is an honest, personal update and a short celebration of the people who cook and serve food every day. You will hear ki...

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35:50

Season 10 - Episode 12 - Season Finale 📣 Inside Time...

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2025/08/28

We saved the best for last - go behind the scenes of Time Out Market Dubai with the powerhouses shaping the city’s food culture!Recorded live at the market, this episode brings together three key figures shaping the region’s food culture: 📣 Yousra Zaki, Group Food Editor of Time Out GCC 📣 Argiris Tragoutsis, General Manager of Time Out Market Dubai 📣 Michael Marlay, Senior Vice President of Time Out Market Global They reveal what it really takes to build and evolve a world-class food

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30:26

Season 10 - Episode 11 - Can Dubai Compete with...

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2025/08/23

What’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

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33:33

Season 10 - Episode 10 - Hattem Mattar - The Man...

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2025/08/14

How does a backyard barbecue turn into a White House invitation?In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, recorded live from Time Out Market Dubai, host James Knight-Paccheco is joined by Hattem Mattar – pitmaster, entrepreneur, and one of the UAE’s most exciting culinary voices. Hattem shares how he went from a career in oil & gas to building a barbecue brand that fuses Emirati heritage with global techniques. From brisket mandy to third-culture barbecue, this conversation is packed with

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31:52

Season 10 - Episode 9 - Reif Othman - The Chef Behind...

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2025/08/07

Live from Time Out Market Dubai, James Knight-Paccheco sits down with one of the city’s most daring culinary innovators: Chef Reif Othman.Known for blending humor with haute cuisine (yes, he’s the guy behind the viral toilet roll cake), Reif shares his journey from creative concept to culinary cult favorite. But this episode is about much more than viral dishes - it’s about how to stay consistent, adapt to a fast-changing food scene, and build a brand that balances innovation with business

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42:44

Season 10 - Episode 8 - From a DM to Dubai: How to...

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2025/07/31

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 unique partnership, challenges, and the evolution of their culinary

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43:13

Season 10 - Episode 7 - The Family Business,...

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2025/07/27

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 crafting memorable dishes that blend tradition with modern flair

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40:37

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

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2025/07/17

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

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36:25

Season 10 - Episode 5 - Thai Street Food in Dubai !

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2025/07/10

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 Thai community to building a regional fanbase and earning a coveted

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39:11

Season 10 - Episode 4 - Pitfire Pizza -and The Secret...

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2025/07/03

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 most beloved pizza joints - from humble beginnings and family baking

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35:43

Season 10 Episode 3 - Coffee, Ice Cream & $3,000...

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2025/06/26

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, precision, and pushing boundaries. Expect bold business advice, origin

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31:07

Season 10 - Episode 2 - From Gaggan to Dubai: Chef...

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2025/06/19

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-starred level - Creating menus that evolve without losing soul - The

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35:57

Season 10 - Episode 1 - The Chef JKP Podcast x Time...

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2025/06/12

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 Kargatzidis, also known as Chef Tommy, from À La Grecque. This isn’t your

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