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"People walk in as strangers and leave as family. That is what Bait Maryam is all about." Chef Salam Dakkak on honoring her mother’s legacy through every single dish.
Hashem is back this month with Chef Salam, the Chef-Operator of one of the UAE’s most popular restaurants, Bait Maryam. The Lighthouse Conversations: Chef Salam Dukkak 0:00 / 0:00 1× You can also watch the episode here: Chef Salam shares the journey behind her success and how she...
Nouf Al Moneef
I’m delighted to welcome Nouf Al Moneef, Director of Noor Riyadh, to the show this week. Noor Riyadh has now welcomed more than 3 million visitors and hosted artworks by hundreds of Saudi, regional and international artists. What I Did Next: Nouf Al Moneef 0:00 / 0:00 1×...
“The magic of 50Best is in the community and people coming together,” with Leen Al Zaben
Co-host Tiffany Eslick sits down with Leen Al Zaben, Academy Chair at 50Best. Leen was originally considering a master’s program in journalism when someone’s timely advice pivoted her to the world of creative writing and food. Nourish by Spinneys: Leen Al Zaben 0:00 / 0:00 1× You...
”I wake up at 6 a.m. going ‘I need laban jameed now!’” with Chef Fadi Kattan
Co-host Tiffany Eslick sits down with celebrated chef and author Fadi Kattan on the sidelines of the Emirates LitFest 2025. He talks about how terroir influences the dishes across Palestine and his journey documenting Palestinian food over the years. Nourish by Spinneys: Chef Fadi Kattan 0:00 / 0:00 1×...
Khaled Abdalla
I’m excited to welcome actor Khalid Abdalla to What I Did Next this week! Khalid first became known to many of us with his incredible role in The Kiterunner. More recently, he was on our screens as Dodi Fayed on The Crown. But beyond all his subtle and challenging...
FAO’s Role in Combating Desertification: Insights with Feras Ziadat
Tatiana Antonelli-Abella is joined by Feras Ziadat, who is currently a Land and Water Officer with a specific focus on land resource management and planning at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation. Forward Talks: Dr. Feras Ziadat 0:00 / 0:00 1× This episode is part of Our Land,...