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.
Chef Fadi runs three restaurants around the world—Fawda in Bethlehem, Akub in London and Louf in Toronto. He ... Show More
Sep 16
“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 ... Show More
33m 37s
Apr 2025
Food is Political | Fadi Kattan
Join us as we welcome renowned chef Fadi Kattan to Tarwida, diving deep into his rich family heritage and unique culinary journey. Fadi shares fascinating stories of his upbringing, the profound influence of his Teta’s kitchen, and his commitment to celebrating Palestinian cuisin ... Show More
53m 35s
Aug 2022
Sumac & Cooking in Bethlahem | Fadi Kattan
In this Matbakh event, we talked to Fadi Kattan about how his cuisine and savoir-faire combine worldly influences, a desire for perfection and a passion for the local terroir. When Fadi started his Fawda Restaurant in 2016, he created a cuisine honoring Palestine’s best produce w ... Show More
28m 42s
Apr 2025
Palestinian Ingredients Through Time & Space | Fadi Kattan
This special episode of Matbakh is the first in a series of talks and special menu events called "dawaween al diwan" at restaurant, louf, in Toronto. Franco-Palestinian chef, Fadi Kattan, and Salma Serry, a doctoral researcher specializing in food history in West Asia and Egypt, ... Show More
57m 41s
Sep 23
Day 718 - They tried to kill us; we survived; let's eat
Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Culture editor Jessica Steinberg joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. Today, we dive into aspects of Israel's culinary ... Show More
18m 38s
Dec 2023
Massimo Bottura, a miso pork ramen and a pinot noir
Nick and Angela welcome the world’s number 1 chef to Dish HQ. Massimo Bottura hails from the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, the nation’s food capital. A renowned restaurateur, hotelier and contemporary art aficionado, Massimo established Osteria Francescana, his three-Michelin-s ... Show More
35m 18s
Jul 18
Exploring Omani & Zanzibari Food With Chef & Cookbook Author Dina Macki
In this episode of Matbakh, we're joined by Dina Macki, author of cookbook "Bahari: Recipes From an Omani Kitchen and Beyond," who shares insights into the unique flavors and culinary traditions of Omani and Zanzibari cuisines. Dina discusses her cultural heritage and diverse upb ... Show More
49m 23s
Feb 2025
Chris O’Dowd, sticky pulled pork and a pickled salad and a whisky
Nick and Angela welcome another Irish guest to Dish HQ. Chris O'Dowd is an award-winning actor, writer and director. He was born in Boyle, County Roscommon, and studied politics at University College Dublin, later enrolling at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. Chris p ... Show More
36m 16s