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Mar 2025
1h 14m

From Corporate to Cuisine : Reinventing ...

Nouhaila Moqaddem
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(EN) In this episode of NouTalks, we dive into the inspiring story of Zineb, who dared to leave everything behind at 29 to follow her passion. Originally from Morocco, she reflects on her childhood steeped in culinary traditions, her move to France for her studies, and her career in consulting. But after several years, a turning point pushes her to start over: she decides to train in cooking at École Le Nôtre. She shares with us her doubts, challenges, and joys, as well as her vision of cuisine as a way to tell a story. A heartfelt and motivating conversation for anyone dreaming of reinventing their life!


(FR) Changer de vie à 29 : du conseil aux fourneaux - Dans cet épisode de NouTalks, nous plongeons dans l’histoire inspirante de Zineb, qui a osé tout quitter à 29 ans pour suivre sa passion. Originaire du Maroc, elle revient sur son enfance imprégnée de traditions culinaires, son arrivée en France pour ses études, et son parcours dans le conseil. Mais après plusieurs années, un déclic la pousse à tout recommencer : elle décide de se former à la cuisine à l’École Le Nôtre. Elle partage avec nous ses doutes, ses défis et ses joies, ainsi que sa vision d’une cuisine qui raconte une histoire. Un échange sincère et motivant pour tous ceux qui rêvent de réinventer leur vie !

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