DoubleTree By Hilton, Dubai Jumeirah Beach, and ICCA, Dubai recently came together for a career engagement activity that left a lasting impression on student chefs.

ICCA Dubai Receives Top Honors as Middle East's Premier Culinary Training Institution at the 2023 World Culinary Awards

Knife skills are fundamental to cooking. They are the first thing culinary enthusiasts learn from parents, YouTube, or by simply observing and imitating. However, the importance of proper technique and cuts to the results of a dish is often overlooked. In addition to improving general safety, using the proper skill and procedure helps to cook fully and evenly and vastly improve the dish’s taste and texture.

The journey of Emirati student chef Amena Salem Hameli shows that a true chef is one that not only never stops learning but also loves sharing those experiences with others.