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René Redzepi

on teamwork, creativity & kindness

Chef and restaurant owner René Redzepi is one of the world’s most influential culinary figures. Known for his use of foraged and unusual ingredients, he has pushed the boundaries of restaurant cuisine, creating a unique, modern vision for food. In this frank and relatable interview, he discusses his childhood growing up in Macedonia, the origin and transformation of his restaurant, noma, and why the food industry needs to prioritize sustainability and ethics now more than ever. Unpacking the vital role generosity and resolve have played in his life and career, Redzepi’s story is an inspiring example of the power of perseverance and magnanimity.

 
Wherever I go, I read, I look, I taste, I discover, I learn.
— René Redzepi