Nourish by Spinneys

“Darjeeling Express is the story of a collective of women,” with author & restauranteur Asma Khan

Co-host Tiffany Eslick sits down with author, restauranteur and inspiring activist Asma Khan on the sidelines of What The Food at Alserkal Avenue. Asma became the first British chef to be featured on Chef’s Table, showcasing her work with Darjeeling Express in London, and celebrating the birth of daughters. She talks to Tiff how she’s fought the stigma of being a second daughter all her life, how the incredible women behind Darjeeling Express rallied through numerous challenges, and how fast Danny DeVito can run!

“Dad always says, ‘Don’t burn yourself!’” with chef Tristin Farmer and his son Dylan

This week, we welcome our youngest podcast guest in the history of the show. Dylan Farmer joins his father, chef Tristin Farmer, for a chat with co-host Tiffany Eslick. They talk about Tristin’s love for Japanese ingredients and the culinary philosophies he has incorporated into the Maison Dali menu. They also talk about Dylan (and Tiff’s) love of Paddington!

“Dubai is boundaryless in the same way as our cuisine,” with Moonrise’s Solemann Haddad

Co-host Devina Divecha is on location at Eden House in Satwa this week, to sit down with Moonrise’s chef and owner Solemann Haddad. Solemann talks about the inspirations behind their recent renovation, and how Moonrise’s iconic dishes and beverages are pushing Dubai’s culinary narrative forward.

“Our industry is about human connection,” with One Life’s Necip Camcigil

Co-host Devina Divecha visits the newly-opened Growhouse by One Life at Alserkal Avenue to sit down with Necip Camcigil. Necip shares his journey from corporate life to launching One Life in D3 ten years ago. He also talks about One Life’s commitment to maximising scratch cooking, and why he still cashier’s every single day.

“Food is the new fashion,” with Tasha Group’s Natasha Sideris

We’re kicking off our new season with the wonderful Natasha Sideris, founder of Tasha’s Group—the company behind amazing concepts like Tasha’s, Avli, Flamingo Room, Bangalo34, Nala, Galaxy Bar and more. Natasha shares her journey from not wanting to be in the restaurant business to celebrating 20 years of Tasha’s. They also talk about the 15 restaurant openings they’re opening over the next year & Natasha’s favourite South African foods. This episode is part of the South African edition of the Nourish magazine, which is in Spinneys stores now!