James Knight-Paccheco and Kelvin Kelly

Welcome to Grilled by The Staff Canteen, this is season 6 and it’s our fourth episode in collaboration with The Chef JKP Podcast.
James Knight-Paccheco is putting his spin on Grilled, putting this week's guest, Chef Kelvin Kelly under the Grilled Spotlight.
In this episode of the ChefJKP Podcast, Kelvin Kelly reveals a unique odyssey from South African family braais to becoming an executive chef in Dubai.
The episode explores childhood memories, culinary traditions, and unexpected detours, including a stint as a private investigator. Kelvin recounts his culinary school experience, leading to a remarkable rise in the professional kitchen.
The conversation delves into the nuances of South African cuisine, corporate catering innovations, and the distinctions between a "braai" and a barbecue.
The narrative takes an adventurous turn when Kelvin, seeking change, moves to Dubai, adding a fascinating layer to this culinary tale.
ChefJKP and Kelvin discuss:
South African family braais influence on culinary journey
Culinary school veers from becoming a doctor
Catering reveals challenges of large-scale events
Rapid progression from school to executive chef
Dubai's multicultural culinary scene and gastronomic offerings
You can follow Kelvin on here - / chefkelvinkelly
You can follow The Chef JKP Podcast on here - / chefjkppodcast
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