Ire Hassan-Odukale - Restaurateur and Co-Founder of Ikoyi

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Discover the inspiring story of Ire Hassan-Odukale, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Ikoyi, the renowned fine dining restaurant in London. Founded alongside Jeremy Chan, Ikoyi has redefined modern cuisine with its innovative approach, earning its first Michelin star in 2018, a second star in 2022, and ranking as number 42 in The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2024. In this episode, Ire shares the challenges of building a globally acclaimed restaurant, and his vision for pushing boundaries in the food industry. This is a must-listen for food lovers, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone curious about what it takes to succeed in the high-stakes world of fine dining. Explore More Stories: 🎙️ Listen back to interviews with trailblazers like: Anne-Marie Imafidon, Founder of Stemettes and tech innovator. Sonita Alleyne, Master of Jesus College, Cambridge, and media CEO. Stay Connected: 💬 Follow us on Twitter: @howicrushedit 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @howicrushedit 📧 Email us: [email protected] 🔖 Use #howicrushedit to join the conversation on social media. Support the Podcast: ☕ Love what you hear? Support us on Buy Me a Coffee and help us create even more impactful episodes.

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Discover the inspiring story of Ire Hassan-Odukale, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Ikoyi, the renowned fine dining restaurant in London. Founded alongside Jeremy Chan, Ikoyi has redefined modern cuisine with its innovative approach, earning its first Michelin star in 2018, a second star in 2022, and ranking as number 42 in The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2024. In this episode, Ire shares the challenges of building a globally acclaimed restaurant, and his vision for pushing boundaries in the food industry. This is a must-listen for food lovers, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone curious about what it takes to succeed in the high-stakes world of fine dining. Explore More Stories:🎙️ Listen back to interviews with trailblazers like: Anne-Marie Imafidon, Founder of Stemettes and tech innovator. Sonita Alleyne, Master of Jesus College, Cambridge, and media CEO. Stay Connected:💬 Follow us on Twitter: @howicrushedit📸 Follow us on Instagram: @howicrushedit📧 Email us: [email protected]🔖 Use #howicrushedit to join the conversation on social media. Support the Podcast:☕ Love what you hear? Support us on Buy Me a Coffee and help us create even more impactful episodes.

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