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Sabrina Ghayour on Persian cooking and how a Twitter joke led to her success

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Join host Samuel Goldsmith for a flavourful journey as he sits down with acclaimed chef and bestselling author Sabrina Ghayour. In this episode, Sabrina shares her passion for modern Middle Eastern cuisine, the stories behind her signature dishes, and the cultural influences that have shaped her culinary career. Discover the secrets to bringing vibrant spices and bold flavours into your own kitchen, and hear Sabrina’s insights on food, family, and the art of hospitality. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out, this conversation will inspire you to explore new tastes and traditions. Tune in for delicious inspiration and a fresh perspective on the world of food. Sabrina Ghayour is an award-winning British-Iranian chef, food writer and Sunday Times bestselling author, celebrated for her vibrant take on Middle Eastern and Persian cuisine. Born in Tehran and raised in London, she built her reputation hosting popular supper clubs that showcased her bold, accessible style of cooking. Known as the “Golden Girl of Persian cookery,” Sabrina has authored acclaimed books including Persiana, Sirocco, Feasts, Bazaar and Flavour. Persiana Easy, her most recent book, is out now. Sabrina’s recipes champion fresh ingredients, big flavours and the joy of sharing food. Through her writing and media appearances, she has inspired home cooks worldwide to explore the richness of Middle Eastern food. Subscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Download the Good Food app to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join host Samuel Goldsmith for a flavourful journey as he sits down with acclaimed chef and bestselling author Sabrina Ghayour. In this episode, Sabrina shares her passion for modern Middle Eastern cuisine, the stories behind her signature dishes, and the cultural influences that have shaped her culinary career. Discover the secrets to bringing vibrant spices and bold flavours into your own kitchen, and hear Sabrina’s insights on food, family, and the art of hospitality. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out, this conversation will inspire you to explore new tastes and traditions. Tune in for delicious inspiration and a fresh perspective on the world of food. Sabrina Ghayour is an award-winning British-Iranian chef, food writer and Sunday Times bestselling author, celebrated for her vibrant take on Middle Eastern and Persian cuisine. Born in Tehran and raised in London, she built her reputation hosting popular supper clubs that showcased her bold, accessible style of cooking. Known as the “Golden Girl of Persian cookery,” Sabrina has authored acclaimed books including Persiana, Sirocco, Feasts, Bazaar and Flavour. Persiana Easy, her most recent book, is out now. Sabrina’s recipes champion fresh ingredients, big flavours and the joy of sharing food. Through her writing and media appearances, she has inspired home cooks worldwide to explore the richness of Middle Eastern food. Subscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Download the Good Food app to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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