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Behind every success in the Middle East are professionals shaping the future. Feast Arabia spotlights their journeys, achievements, and voices — celebrating the people who inspire industries and communities.
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The Architect of Sweets: From a Childhood Craving to the Heart of Dubai’s Pastry Kitchen
For Chef Sandun Devinda Perera, the path to becoming a world-class pastry chef was paved with a simple, powerful memory: a childhood love for chocolate cake. "I remember a cake shop in my city, and after school, I would visit it...
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The Chef’s Anchor: How Family and Passion Fueled Chef Rahul Rajesh Iyer’s Rise
For Chef Rahul Rajesh Iyer, the Executive Chef at Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa, the path to the kitchen wasn't just a career choice—it was a deeply personal journey shaped by family. Growing up in the bustling hotels where his...
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Chef Hussein Ibrahim Hussein: A Culinary Journey Rooted in Heritage and Global Influence
From his early days in Cairo to leading kitchens across the Middle East, Chef Hussein Ibrahim Hussein, Cluster Executive Chef at Adagio Premium The Palm, has built a career defined by passion, perseverance, and a deep respect for the craft of...
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The White Jacket Dream: Danushka’s Journey from Trainee Waiter to Junior Sous Chef
For many chefs, the journey begins with a love for food. But for Chef Danushka Lakmal Perera, a Junior Sous Chef at Avani+ Palm View Dubai, his story began with a deep admiration for the person behind the plate. It was...
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From Cashier to Chief Baker: How Chef Asela Buddika Rose to the Top
The journey from a humble cashier's post to the prestigious title of Chief Baker at a five-star hotel is a testament to passion and relentless dedication. For Chef Asela Buddika of W Dubai - The Palm, it was a path defined...
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Chef Arjun Dwaraka Chandrasekharan: Cooking With Heart, Soul, and Purpose
On Saadiyat Island, where turquoise waters meet luxury resorts, Chef Arjun Dwaraka Chandrasekharan, Head Chef at Les Dangereux, Saadiyat Island is quietly redefining what it means to be a modern chef. Behind his charismatic smile and creative plates lies a story...
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The Culinary Alchemist: Chef Ahmad Abu Talib’s Journey to Executive Chef
For Chef Ahmad Abu Talib Abdul Hamid, Executive Chef at Tower Plaza in Dubai, the art of cooking is far more than a profession—it’s a heritage passed down through generations. His journey began not in a culinary school, but at home,...
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Free From & Fine Food Dubai 2025
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