Chef Zainab Benabdallah

Chef At Home in Nice
Chef Zainab Benabdallah

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Oriental chef and engineer blending middle Eastern flavors, French refinement, and global inspiration from visiting 20+ countries.

I grew up in the Middle East , where I learned traditional cuisine from a young age. Cooking has always been a central part of my culture and daily life. I gained my first real experience working in my family’s restaurant, where I learned authentic recipes, hospitality, and the discipline of a professional kitchen.

In addition to my culinary background, I am also an engineer, which has helped me develop strong organization, precision, and problem-solving skills that I bring into my work as a chef. I later spent several years in France, where I discovered and learned the elegance and refinement of French gastronomy. This experience enriched my style by combining oriental tradition with French technique.

I am also very open-minded and curious about the world. I have visited more than 20 countries, which has allowed me to explore diverse cultures and culinary traditions. These experiences inspire my cooking and help me connect easily with people from different backgrounds.

Today, I bring together all these influences to offer flavorful, refined, and carefully prepared dishes with a unique identity.

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More about me

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is a way to share culture, create emotions, and connect people through flavors and stories.

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook at home in Morocco, helping in my family’s restaurant and discovering the flavors of traditional Moroccan cuisine.

A cooking secret...

My secret in the kitchen is combining authenticity and creativity while cooking with patience, passion, and attention to detail.

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