James Knight-Paccheco and Kelvin Kelly
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Welcome to Grilled by The Staff Canteen, this is season 6 and it’s our fourth episode in collaboration with The Chef JKP Podcast.
James Knight-Paccheco is putting his spin on Grilled, putting this week's guest, Chef Kelvin Kelly under the Grilled Spotlight.
In this episode of the ChefJKP Podcast, Kelvin Kelly reveals a unique odyssey from South African family braais to becoming an executive chef in Dubai.
The episode explores childhood memories, culinary traditions, and unexpected detours, including a stint as a private investigator. Kelvin recounts his culinary school experience, leading to a remarkable rise in the professional kitchen.
The conversation delves into the nuances of South African cuisine, corporate catering innovations, and the distinctions between a "braai" and a barbecue.
The narrative takes an adventurous turn when Kelvin, seeking change, moves to Dubai, adding a fascinating layer to this culinary tale.
ChefJKP and Kelvin discuss:
- South African family braais influence on culinary journey
- Culinary school veers from becoming a doctor
- Catering reveals challenges of large-scale events
- Rapid progression from school to executive chef
- Dubai's multicultural culinary scene and gastronomic offerings
You can follow Kelvin on HERE
You can follow The Chef JKP Podcast on HERE
This podcast is sponsored by Twentyone06, for information head over to www.twentyone06.com
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