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The Chef JKP Podcast - Limited Series with Valrhona ! Olivier, Hadrien and Reif !
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Host James Knight-Paccheco takes listeners on a rich, multi-sensory journey into the world of fine chocolate in partnership with Valrhona and the Louvre Abu Dhabi.
The episode spotlights Le Fil Rouge, a one-of-a-kind event uniting over 250 chefs, artists, and visionaries from around the globe!
This episode’s guest Olivier Morel, Chief Business Officer at Valrhona, shares insights on the fusion of community, creativity, and culture through the lens of chocolate. He offers reflections on his global chocolate journey and discusses how shifting cocoa markets are shaping the future of fine chocolate.
Joining the conversation are celebrated chefs Reif Othman and Hadrien Villedieu, who speak about their culinary inspirations, memorable chocolate moments, and the artistry behind collaborating with Valrhona.
From sourcing premium ingredients to curating unforgettable menus, this episode is a heartfelt tribute to chocolate as both craft and culture.
00:00 Introduction
01:06 Celebrating Fine Chocolate with Valrhona
02:15 Olivier’s Chocolate Journey
08:45 Global Chocolate Trends & Challenges
22:02 The Art of Chocolate & Culinary Fusion
28:40 Personal Chocolate Memories
29:10 Hadrian’s Culinary Creations
29:52 Curating the Menu
31:02 Raf’s Chocolate Philosophy
31:37 Collaborating with Valrhona
34:44 Chefs’ Tips for Collaboration
36:55 Conversations Beyond the Kitchen
38:15 Using Chocolate in Cooking
39:42 Describing Themselves as Desserts
40:18 Quick Fire Questions
41:39 Conclusion and Farewell
Follow the featured guests on socials:
https://fr.linkedin.com/in/olivier-morel-58689313
https://www.instagram.com/reifo.kee
https://www.instagram.com/hadrienvilledieu/
A huge thank you to our partners Valrhona for making this special series possible!
www.valrhona.com
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