Category Archives: Bon Appétit

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H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Muhammad Bilal Safdar

Who Is Chef Muhammad Bilal Safdar? I am Muhammad Bilal Safdar, a passionate Pakistani chef [...]

Crispy Pan-Fried Tilapia Fillet With Steamed Vegetables & Fresh Herb Drizzle by Chef Mahmoud, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Chef Mahmoud? My name is Chef Mahmoud, also known as Alphine Shayo, and [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Mahmoud

Who Is Chef Mahmoud? My name is Chef Mahmoud, also known as Alphine Shayo, and [...]

Duo Of Yellowfin Tuna Tartare Cannelloni & Tuna Tataki by Chef Mayaven Alankalee, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Mayaven Alankalee? My name is Mayaven Alankalee, though I am widely known as [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Mayaven Alankalee

Who Is Mayaven Alankalee? My name is Mayaven Alankalee, though I am widely known as [...]

Creamy Beef & Mushroom Stew By Chef Raphael – H&S Recipe Of The Week

Making Cooking Easy: The Best Of Chef Raphael Enjoy a comforting serving of Creamy Beef [...]

Mini Fresh Fruit Tarts by Chef Feisal Ali Abdallah, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Feisal Ali Abdallah? My name is Feisal Ali Abdallah, though many people know [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Feisal Ali Abdallah

Who Is Feisal Ali Abdallah? My name is Feisal Ali Abdallah, though many people know [...]

Korean Crusted Beef With Dijon Sauce by Chef Muzamil Waqas Khan, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Muzamil Waqas Khan? I am the youngest certified chef in Pakistan, as recognised [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Muzamil Waqas Khan

Who Is Muzamil Waqas Khan? I am the youngest certified chef in Pakistan, as recognised [...]

Black Bean Purée With Basil, Soft Eggs & Chive Butter by Chef Ahmed Emam Abu Ghazal, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Ahmed Emam Abu Ghazal? I am an Egyptian chef and hospitality consultant, as [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Ahmed Emam Abu Ghazal

Who Is Ahmed Emam Abu Ghazal? I am an Egyptian chef and hospitality consultant, as [...]

African Kebab by Chef Mahmoud Ali Abdullah, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Mahmoud Ali Abdullah? I’m a chef with experience in fine dining and international [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Mahmoud Ali Abdullah

Who Is Mahmoud Ali Abdullah? I’m a chef with experience in fine dining and international [...]

Acorn Roll With Galbi & Burdock Purée by Chef Jinbeom Jang (JB), H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Jinbeom Jang? I am the Head Chef of Jinjoo restaurant in Jakarta, Indonesia. [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Jinbeom Jang (JB)

Who Is Jinbeom Jang? I am the Head Chef of Jinjoo restaurant in Jakarta, Indonesia. [...]

Turkish Mercimek Soup by Chef Yanna Aydemir, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Yanna Aydemir? I am Chef Yanna, and I have been working professionally in [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Yanna Aydemir

Who Is Yanna Aydemir? I am Chef Yanna, and I have been working professionally in [...]

Fried Eggplant With Shrimp Mousse & Ink Sauce by Chef Sungbin Jeon, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Sungbin Jeon? Owner-chef of the one-Michelin-starred Restaurant Vinho in Seoul, South Korea, Sungbin [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Sungbin Jeon

Who Is Sungbin Jeon? Owner-chef of the one-Michelin-starred Restaurant Vinho in Seoul, South Korea, Sungbin [...]

Cake Halwa by Chef Ahsan Ali Khan, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Ahsan Ali Khan? I am a passionate young chef whose culinary journey began [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Ahsan Ali khan

Who Is Ahsan Ali Khan? I am a passionate young chef whose culinary journey began [...]

Pretzel Bun With Herb Brown Butter by Chef Barbara Wanjiru Mugo, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Barbara Wanjiru Mugo? I'm Chef Wanjiru a passionate and highly skilled chef with [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Barbara Wanjiru Mugo

Who Is Barbara Wanjiru Mugo? I'm Chef Wanjiru a passionate and highly skilled chef with [...]

Plain Croissant by Chef Salim Mahloul, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Salim Mahloul? Salim Mahloul is a Belgian pastry and chocolatier chef celebrated for [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Salim Mahloul

Who Is Salim Mahloul? Salim Mahloul is a Belgian pastry and chocolatier chef celebrated for [...]

Parsi Farcha Chicken Bites by Chef Zarnak Sidhwa, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Zarnak Sidhwa? I am Zarnak Sidhwa, a cooking expert who pursued my passion [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Zarnak Sidhwa

Who Is Zarnak Sidhwa? I am Zarnak Sidhwa, a cooking expert who pursued my passion [...]

Wrapped Spicy Salmon With Spinach by Chef Sumat Komeyian, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Sumat Komeyian? I am a proud Kenyan chef by profession, and cooking is [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Sumat Komeyian

Who Is Sumat Komeyian? I am a proud Kenyan chef by profession, and cooking is [...]

Classic Tiramisu by Chef Swetha, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Swetha? I'm Swetha & I'm currently working as the Head Chef for Compass [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Swetha

Who Is Swetha? I'm Swetha & I'm currently working as the Head Chef for Compass [...]

Chocolate Bread & Butter Pudding By Chef Raphael – H&S Recipe Of The Week

Making Cooking Easy: The Best Of Chef Raphael Warm up this chilly season with a [...]

Ragout de Pomme de Terre by Chef Saif Dine Chaabeni, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Saif Dine Chaabeni? I am Saif, a chef and photographer from Tunisia, 24 [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Saif Dine Chaabeni

Who Is Saif Dine Chaabeni? I am Saif, a chef and photographer from Tunisia, 24 [...]

Shrimp Tempura by Chef Karl Elie Zreik, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Karl Elie Zreik? I am an international chef, Top Chef Middle East Season [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Karl Elie Zreik

Who Is Karl Elie Zreik? I am an international chef, Top Chef Middle East Season [...]

Mediterranean Steak by Chef Rami Muner Saloum, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Rami Muner Saloum? Rami Saloum is an accomplished Executive Chef with over 27 [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Rami Muner Saloum

Who Is Rami Muner Saloum? Rami Saloum is an accomplished Executive Chef with over 27 [...]

Chicken Penne With Burrata & Parmesan Crisps by Chef Anders J Dorney, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Anders J Dorney? Private Celebrity Chef | 3x SXSW Presenting Chef for Food [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Anders J Dorney

Who Is Anders J Dorney? Private Celebrity Chef | 3x SXSW Presenting Chef for Food [...]

Malakoff by Chef Amideo Hayek, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Amideo Hayek? I am a passionate young chef whose journey has been shaped [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Amideo Hayek

Who Is Amideo Hayek? I am a passionate young chef whose journey has been shaped [...]

Coffee Molten Lava by Chef Emmanuel Mweu, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Emmanuel Mweu? My name is Emmanuel Mweu, and I am the Senior Pastry [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Emmanuel Mweu

Who Is Emmanuel Mweu? My name is Emmanuel Mweu, and I am the Senior Pastry [...]

Assiette Of Beetroot by Chef Salim Muthiani, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Salim Muthiani? My Name is Salim Muthiani, I am a middle-aged Chef with [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Salim Muthiani

Who Is Salim Muthiani? My Name is Salim Muthiani, I am a middle-aged Chef with [...]

Fruit Cake By Chef Raphael – H&S Recipe Of The Week

Making Cooking Easy: The Best Of Chef Raphael End the year on a sweet note [...]

Butternut Soup By Chef Raphael – H&S Recipe Of The Week

Making Cooking Easy: The Best Of Chef Raphael As we embrace the comforting vibes of [...]

Black Forest Cake By Chef Raphael – H&S Recipe Of The Week

Making Cooking Easy: The Best Of Chef Raphael As the holiday season unfolds, what better [...]

No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake by Chef Raphael King’ori Ndaiga, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Raphael King'ori Ndaiga? I have been in the hospitality industry for about 25 [...]

Homemade Granola By Chef Raphael – H&S Recipe Of The Week

Making Cooking Easy: The Best Of Chef Raphael As we enter the holiday season, what [...]

Goat Haneed by Chef Stephen Ochieng, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Stephen Ochieng? My name is Chef Stephen Ochieng, and I am a chef [...]

Vegan Sandwich by Chef Stephen Ochieng, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Stephen Ochieng? My name is Chef Stephen Ochieng, and I am a chef [...]

Beef Short Ribs In BBQ Sauce by Chef Stephen Ochieng, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Stephen Ochieng? My name is Chef Stephen Ochieng, and I am a chef [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Stephen Ochieng

Who Is Stephen Ochieng? My name is Chef Stephen Ochieng, and I am a chef [...]

Beef Lasagna by Chef Danielle Ouma, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Danielle Ouma? I’ve spent most of my career as a Private Chef, but [...]

Sweet & Sour Chicken by Chef Danielle Ouma, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Danielle Ouma? I’ve spent most of my career as a Private Chef, but [...]

Chocolate Chip Cookies by Chef Danielle Ouma, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Danielle Ouma? I’ve spent most of my career as a Private Chef, but [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Danielle Ouma

Who Is Danielle Ouma? I’ve spent most of my career as a Private Chef, but [...]

Black Kebabs by Chef Maliha Islam Mohammed, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Maliha Islam Mohammed? I am a self-taught chef, born and raised in Mombasa, [...]

Swahili Beef Pilau by Chef Maliha Islam Mohammed, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Maliha Islam Mohammed? I am a self-taught chef, born and raised in Mombasa, [...]

Chicken Doughnuts by Chef Maliha Islam Mohammed, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Maliha Islam Mohammed? I am a self-taught chef, born and raised in Mombasa, [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Maliha Islam Mohammed

Who Is Maliha Islam Mohammed? I am a self-taught chef, born and raised in Mombasa, [...]

Bibimbap (A Classic Korean Rice Dish) By Chef Raphael – H&S Recipe Of The Week

Making Cooking Easy: The Best Of Chef Raphael For those new to Korean cuisine, this [...]

Panna Cotta With Blueberry Purée On A Bed Of Lotus Biscuit Crumb by Chef Mahmoud Kisombe Wazome, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Mahmoud Kisombe Wazome? I am Mahmoud Kisombe Wazome, a dedicated and passionate food [...]

Caprese Salad by Chef Mahmoud Kisombe Wazome, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Mahmoud Kisombe Wazome? I am Mahmoud Kisombe Wazome, a dedicated and passionate food [...]

Pan-Fried Cod Fish With Green Pea & Leek Purée by Chef Mahmoud Kisombe Wazome, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Mahmoud Kisombe Wazome? I am Mahmoud Kisombe Wazome, a dedicated and passionate food [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Mahmoud Kisombe Wazome

Who Is Mahmoud Kisombe Wazome? I am Mahmoud Kisombe Wazome, a dedicated and passionate food [...]

Homemade Chilli by Chef Geena Wanjiru Gichuhi, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Geena Wanjiru Gichuhi? I’m a young food lover who isn’t afraid of experimenting [...]

Chickpea Fritters by Chef Geena Wanjiru Gichuhi, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Geena Wanjiru Gichuhi? I’m a young food lover who isn’t afraid of experimenting [...]

Cider Mustard Braised Lamb Chops With Cider Braised Pearl Onions by Chef Geena Wanjiru Gichuhi, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Geena Wanjiru Gichuhi? I’m a young food lover who isn’t afraid of experimenting [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Geena Wanjiru Gichuhi

Who Is Geena Wanjiru Gichuhi? I’m a young food lover who isn’t afraid of experimenting [...]

Rice Salad With Pineapple & Cashews by Chef Raphael – H&S Recipe Of The Week

Making Cooking Easy: The Best Of Chef Raphael This is a simple but delicious take [...]

Ribeye Steak With Shredded Vegetables by Chef Ian Munge, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Ian Munge? I am a young man living life to the fullest! My [...]

Shrimp & Vegetable Fried Rice by Chef Ian Munge, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Ian Munge? I am a young man living life to the fullest! My [...]

Vegetables & Beef Strips Stir Fry With Noodles by Chef Ian Munge, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Ian Munge? I am a young man living life to the fullest! My [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Ian Munge

Who Is Ian Munge? I am a young man living life to the fullest! My [...]

Aloo Tiki Chaat by Chef Ayaz Nathoo, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Ayaz Nathoo? I'm a 39-year-old chef from Kenya, deeply passionate about cooking, painting, [...]

Chilli Chicken by Chef Ayaz Nathoo, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Ayaz Nathoo? I'm a 39-year-old chef from Kenya, deeply passionate about cooking, painting, [...]

Crispy French Toast by Chef Ayaz Nathoo, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Ayaz Nathoo? I'm a 39-year-old chef from Kenya, deeply passionate about cooking, painting, [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Ayaz Nathoo

Who Is Ayaz Nathoo? I'm a 39-year-old chef from Kenya, deeply passionate about cooking, painting, [...]

Rustic Ox Tongue Soup by Chef Stromvall – H&S Recipe Of The Week

Sophisticated Food Porn: The Best Of Chef Patrick Stromvall Indulge in the rich flavours of [...]

Sirloin Steak Served With Mashed Potatoes by Chef Befrey Musonye Styne, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Befrey Musonye Styne? Commonly referred to as Chef Musonye; I’m a highly motivated [...]

Barbecue Chicken Wings by Chef Befrey Musonye Styne, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Befrey Musonye Styne? Commonly referred to as Chef Musonye; I’m a highly motivated [...]

No Bake Oreo Cheese Cake by Chef Befrey Musonye Styne, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Befrey Musonye Styne? Commonly referred to as Chef Musonye; I’m a highly motivated [...]

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Befrey Musonye Styne

Who Is Befrey Musonye Styne? Commonly referred to as Chef Musonye; I’m a highly motivated [...]

Crispy Calamari by Chef Mercy Rose Tangara, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Mercy Rose Tangara? As a 26-year-old Kenyan female chef, my culinary path has [...]

Couscous-Pweza Salad by Chef Mercy Rose Tangara, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Mercy Rose Tangara? As a 26-year-old Kenyan female chef, my culinary path has [...]

Pesto Pasta With Chicken by Chef Mercy Rose Tangara, H&S Chef Of The Month

Who Is Mercy Rose Tangara? As a 26-year-old Kenyan female chef, my culinary path has [...]