Chef Wissam Kahi: Storytelling Through Food and the Power of Shared Heritage

This episode features Chef Wissam Kahi, co-founder of Eat Offbeat, a social-impact catering company that celebrates refugee and immigrant chefs by bringing their authentic recipes to global audiences. He shares how food can tell powerful human stories — much like literature — and how each dish becomes a bridge between cultures, memories, and identities. Chef Wissam reflects on the intersection of storytelling, design, and inclusivity across the culinary and publishing worlds, revealing how his own heritage and experiences shape his creative philosophy. From childhood recipes to life-changing dishes, this conversation explores how cuisine, like books, has the power to connect hearts, preserve heritage, and inspire empathy across borders. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on 95.00 FM or online at www.pulse95radio.net Follow us on social media: @Pulse95Radio #SharjahInternationalBookFair #SIBF2025 #EatOffbeat #ChefWissamKahi #CulinaryStories #CulturalHeritage #Pulse95Radio