Chef Asia Nikiforakis

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Chef Asia Nikiforakis

Get to know me better

I’m a young, passionate chef who loves exploring different cuisines and bringing new ideas to the table.

I’m a young chef finishing up culinary school, with experience in fusion fine dining, South African fine dining, small-plate kitchens, open-fire cooking, and wood-fired pizza ovens. My wide cultural background has deepened my knowledge and love for different cuisines, and I enjoy bringing that diversity of flavours and influences into my cooking. I’m experienced in catering to dietary requirements, including dairy-free, low-carb, and vegetarian meals. I have a particular soft spot for desserts and love meeting new people, exploring new flavours, and creating memorable meals with a little creativity and personality.

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More about me

For me, cooking is...

An extension of my love, care and knowledge. I love learning, exploring new things, and sharing experiences that bring people together through food.

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook at the Institute of Culinary Arts, and gained experience at Épice, Eike by Bertus Basson, and Spek & Bone.

A cooking secret...

Patience, care, excitement, simplicity, and understanding. I believe great food comes from giving each ingredient the attention it deserves.

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