Often referred to as "the voice of modern Bahrani cuisine", chef Tala Bashmi -- the UN Gastronomy Tourism Ambassador for the Gulf country -- was on her way to becoming a football star. Known for championing Bahrani cuisine, chef Bashmi says her culinary philosophy is ever-evolving. "In our region, rice came from India, but now it is a staple that you will find in every household. However, going from a traditional table to creating modern Bahraini cuisine hasn't been easy for chef Bashmi. Three years after winning the Middle East and North Africa's Best Female Chef, chef Bashmi was crowned winner of the Chefs' Choice Award last year, as part of the Middle East & North Africa's 50 Best Restaurants.

Source: Bangkok Post March 06, 2026 08:28 UTC