I’m a private chef originally from Cairo, Egypt, inspired by the bold flavors and vibrant markets I grew up around. My menu draws from Egyptian, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern traditions, expressed through a contemporary, modern approach.

My background in design shapes the way I cook. I see food as an art form that stimulates both sight and taste, where balance, color, and composition are just as important as flavor. Clean lines, thoughtful plating, and intentional contrast define my style.

I love layering spices with precision, creating dishes that feel dynamic and celebratory while remaining refined and harmonious. My goal is to create a dining experience that feels warm, elevated, and unforgettable.

For me, cooking is...

A way to bring people together and celebrate culture through flavor. It’s creative, expressive, and deeply personal.

I learned to cook at...

Home in Cairo, watching my mother cook and studying local cooking shows with fascination.

A cooking secret...

Layering spices with precision so bold flavors feel harmonious, never overwhelming.

My menus

Middle Eastern Gathering

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

• Muhammara Dip (Roasted red pepper and walnut dip with pomegranate molasses. Pita)

• Roasted Garlic Hummus (Creamy roasted garlic hummus . Fresh vegetable sticks)

• Garlic & Herb Roasted Eggplant Dip (Fire-roasted eggplant with lemon, roasted garlic, and fresh herbs. Crispy pita chips)

• Falafel Bites (Crispy falafel with sesame seeds. Light tahini dip)

• Seared Halloumi & Roasted Apricot Skewers (Halloumi, roasted apricot, blistered tomato, citrus honey, fresh rosemary)

• Spinach and Labneh Phyllo Cups (Crispy phyllo with spinach, labneh, and lemon. Za’atar and olive)

• Chicken Shawarma Mini Tortilla cups (Shawarma chicken, parsley, onion, tahini)

• Shrimp with Lemon Labneh Crostini (Seared shrimp, cucumber, mint, lemon zest)

• Beef Phyllo Cigars (Seasoned beef in crisp phyllo rolls. Nigella seeds)

• Whipped Feta Mini Peppers (Sweet mini peppers with herbed whipped feta, olive oil, breadcrumbs)

FIRST COURSE

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• Tabbouleh Salad (Parsley, mint, tomatoes, bulgur, lemon, and olive oil)

• Fattoush Salad (Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, radish, mint, toasted pita. Lemon–sumac dressing)

• Grilled Eggplant and Tomato Stack (Grilled eggplant, fresh tomato, herbs. Pomegranate molasses)

• Yellow Lentil Soup (Silky yellow lentils with warm spices. Lemon)

• Grilled Zucchini Rolls (Zucchini, mozzarella, caramelized onion, za’atar. Sesame)

MAIN COURSE

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• Grilled Beef Kofta (Beef kofta, sumac onion, vermicelli rice, cucumber mint yogurt)

• Persian Grilled Chicken (Saffron chicken with dill rice, grilled onion, garlic mint yogurt)

• Shrimp in Tomato Garlic Sauce (Shrimp in spiced tomato garlic sauce. Vermicelli rice, arugula salad)

• Stuffed Portobello (Spinach, feta, breadcrumbs, red pepper. Pickled onions. Turmeric rice)

• Pomegranate Glazed Salmon (Red pepper paste, lemon potatoes, cucumber dill yogurt)

DESSERT

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• Baklava (Crisp phyllo, pistachio, honey syrup)

• Classic Kunafa (Crisp shredded phyllo, mixed nuts, honey syrup)

• Dubai Chocolate Kunafa (Crisp shredded phyllo, pistachio cream, chocolate)

• Date Rolls (Dates, pistachio, walnut, orange blossom, shredded coconut)

• Orange Blossom Bread Pudding (Cinnamon, honey citrus)

• Chocolate Brownies (Sweet tahini drizzle)

Chef’s Signature Experience

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