Season 8 - Episode 10 - Doxis Bekris - Emirates Flight Catering !
02/06/25 • 98 min
In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, James Knight-Pacheco welcomes Doxis Bekris, Vice President of Culinary Shared Services and Concept Development at Emirates Flight Catering, for an in-depth conversation about the fascinating world of in-flight culinary operations.
From his childhood in Greece to leading one of the world’s largest catering services, Doxis shares his journey and the dedication it takes to create exceptional dining experiences at 40,000 feet.
Tune in to learn:
👨🍳 Chef’s journey: How Doxis transitioned from studying in Greece to working in Michelin-starred kitchens in the UK
👨🍳 Innovating airline cuisine: The art and science of creating meals that meet the highest standards of quality, taste, and consistency on a massive scale
👨🍳 Behind the numbers: The logistical feats of serving over 240,000 meals daily for Emirates and other airlines
👨🍳 Culinary leadership: Doxis’ approach to managing diverse teams, ensuring safety and hygiene, and maintaining exceptional service across global operations
👨🍳 Sustainability matters: How Emirates Flight Catering tackles food waste and adopts sustainable practices to improve the industry.
This episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the complexity and creativity behind in-flight dining. Whether you’re a chef, a traveler, or simply curious about what goes into those meals served at cruising altitude, Doxis’ story is packed with insights and inspiration.
Big thanks to our sponsors for supporting this episode:
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In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, James Knight-Pacheco welcomes Doxis Bekris, Vice President of Culinary Shared Services and Concept Development at Emirates Flight Catering, for an in-depth conversation about the fascinating world of in-flight culinary operations.
From his childhood in Greece to leading one of the world’s largest catering services, Doxis shares his journey and the dedication it takes to create exceptional dining experiences at 40,000 feet.
Tune in to learn:
👨🍳 Chef’s journey: How Doxis transitioned from studying in Greece to working in Michelin-starred kitchens in the UK
👨🍳 Innovating airline cuisine: The art and science of creating meals that meet the highest standards of quality, taste, and consistency on a massive scale
👨🍳 Behind the numbers: The logistical feats of serving over 240,000 meals daily for Emirates and other airlines
👨🍳 Culinary leadership: Doxis’ approach to managing diverse teams, ensuring safety and hygiene, and maintaining exceptional service across global operations
👨🍳 Sustainability matters: How Emirates Flight Catering tackles food waste and adopts sustainable practices to improve the industry.
This episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the complexity and creativity behind in-flight dining. Whether you’re a chef, a traveler, or simply curious about what goes into those meals served at cruising altitude, Doxis’ story is packed with insights and inspiration.
Big thanks to our sponsors for supporting this episode:
Chef Middle East (chefmiddleeast.com) - You can follow them on HERE
LuvvFits Gourmet Protein Bars (luvvfits.com) - You can follow them on HERE
Keep your beverages at the perfect temperature with our Chef JKP thermos bottles. Grab yours now at chefjkp.com or DM us on Instagram!
FOLLOW DOXIS:
https://www.instagram.com/doxisbekris/?hl=en
Be sure to follow, share, and subscribe to the podcast. If you loved this episode, leave a review and help us share these amazing stories with the world!
Food is memories. Enjoy the episode! 🍴
Follow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE
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S8 Ep9: Season 8 - Episode 9 - Celebrating 100 Episodes !
In this milestone 100th episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, host James Knight Paccheco reflects on the incredible journey since the podcast's inception in May 2020!
JKP explores memorable moments from past episodes with renowned chefs, CEOs, and media personalities.
The episode is a celebration of the culinary industry's vibrant stories and a look forward to many more episodes of truth-telling, laughter, and learning.
P.S. Keep an eye out for an exciting announcement!
00:00 Welcome to the 100th Episode
00:46 A Trip Down Memory Lane
01:59 The Very First Introduction Clip
03:20 Early Challenges and Growth
04:58 Incredible Guests and Their Stories
12:14 Lessons Learned from the Best
21:49 Exciting Announcements and Future Plans
22:39 Thank You and Final Thoughts
Whether you've been here since day one or you're joining us just now, your support means absolutely everything!
Here's to the next 100 episodes of truth telling, laughter, and learning. Food is memories! 🍜
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Chef Middle East (chefmiddleeast.com) - You can follow them on HERE
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Food is Memories !
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Season 8 - Episode 11 - Neha Mishra - Kinoya, and a Story of Food !
In this episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, James Knight-Paccheco chats with Neha Mishra, the trailblazing chef and founder of Kinoya, one of Dubai’s most celebrated culinary destinations.
Neha opens up about her unique journey - from an independent upbringing and diverse career paths to discovering her passion for ramen and transforming it into an international phenomenon.
Tune in to listen to our discussion on:
👨🍳Going from independence to passion: Neha reflects on her independent upbringing and the pivotal moments that ignited her love for food
👨🍳The Ramen Obsession: How a fascination with ramen led Neha to Japan, where she immersed herself in the art and craft of this iconic dish
👨🍳From supper club to Kinoya: The challenges and triumphs of starting a supper club and turning it into Kinoya, a Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded restaurant that quickly became a Dubai favourite
👨🍳Recognition and expansion: Neha’s emotional journey of receiving global accolades, including being featured in 50 Best and opening a new location at Harrods in London
👨🍳Lessons from the kitchen: Insights into the pressures of running a restaurant, the importance of a strong team, and overcoming imposter syndrome.
This episode is packed with stories of resilience, creativity, and culinary mastery. Whether you’re a ramen enthusiast, a budding chef, or simply someone chasing a dream, Neha’s journey will leave you inspired and ready to take on the world.
You can follow Neha on HERE
A special thank you to our sponsors for their continued support:
Chef Middle East (chefmiddleeast.com)
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Don’t forget to follow, share, and subscribe to the podcast to keep up with inspiring stories like Neha’s. Leave us a review—it means the world to us and helps spread the love for food and hospitality.
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Food is memories. Enjoy the episode! 🍜
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