Planet Chef
Whether they were born in Brazil, Argentina, Japan, South Africa, or Cameroon, they all learned how to cook in France. Meet these young and creative chefs who drew their know-how from their unique gastronomic cultures. Filled with a passion for taste and texture, this journey reveals the secrets of their cooking and takes us to the places that have inspired these chefs.
Seasons
E1Alessandra Montagne - Brazil
Oct 8, 2018
Alessandra Montagne runs a French restaurant with a real Brazilian flavor. She fills her kitchen with the smells and tastes of her childhood.
E2Jan Hendrik - South Africa
Oct 8, 2018
Focusing on South African ingredients, Jan crafts beautiful, one-of-a-kind dishes. For Jan, it’s important to be close to the earth.
E3Taku Sekine - Japan
Jan 27, 2019
Meet Taku Sekine, a chef from Japan, passionate about world cuisines, who draws inspiration in particular from the world of Alain Ducasse. He discusses his sources of inspiration and his favorite techniques.
E4Mauro Colagreco - Argentina
Jan 27, 2019
Mauro Colagreco has crossed many borders to find his new home. His patience and appreciation for food and culture are exemplified by his dishes.
E5Connie Zagora - Sweden and Poland
Feb 3, 2019
Connie's cooking brings forth a feeling of well-being. From crawfish parties to breakfast, she brings a taste of Sweden and Poland to France.
E6Alan Geeam - Lebanon
Feb 3, 2019
Alan Geaam grew up having the French dream. To be a great chef, Alan uses his Lebanese roots and the mindset that there is always room to improve.
E7Juan Arbelaez - Columbia
Feb 10, 2019
Having six restaurants, Juan Arbelaez considers himself a chef and restaurateur. Every day’s a chance to create an unforgettable memory for a client.
E8Giovanni Passerini - Italy
Feb 17, 2019
There’s no denying Giovanni’s Italian roots in his tomato, garlic, shellfish, and parsley. Running a kitchen doesn’t come without trials though.
E1Beatriz Gonzalez - Mexico
Mar 29, 2020
Beatriz Gonzalez influences classic French cooking with the influences of Mexico: The taste of lime and the smell of fresh-cut cilantro.
E2Nordine Labidah - Tunisia
Mar 29, 2020
Nordine Labidah specializes in French cooking with Tunisian influence — a blend of his heritage and classic French technique. His work is his passion.
E3Pierre Siewe - Cameroon
Apr 5, 2020
Incorporating Cameroon into his menu, Pierre Siewe always has his mind in the kitchen. His connection to cuisine only grows as he lives his passion.
E4Mikaela Liaroustos - Greece
Apr 5, 2020
Mikaela Liaroustos prepares Greek dishes with a natural French technique. To her, cooking is like dancing. Her mission? Eat, Drink, Dance.
E1Episode 1
Apr 29, 2024
E2Episode 2
Apr 29, 2024
E3Episode 3
May 6, 2024
E4Episode 4
May 6, 2024
Storyline
Whether they were born in Brazil, Argentina, Japan, South Africa, or Cameroon, they all learned how to cook in France. Meet these young and creative chefs who drew their know-how from their unique gastronomic cultures. Filled with a passion for taste and texture, this journey reveals the secrets of their cooking and takes us to the places that have inspired these chefs.
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