Planet Chef (2018)
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 & Episodes
Season 18 episodes
1. Alessandra Montagne - Brazil
⏱ 52 minAlessandra Montagne runs a French restaurant with a real Brazilian flavor. She fills her kitchen with the smells and tastes of her childhood.
2. Jan Hendrik - South Africa
⏱ 52 minFocusing on South African ingredients, Jan crafts beautiful, one-of-a-kind dishes. For Jan, it’s important to be close to the earth.
3. Taku Sekine - Japan
⏱ 52 minMeet 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.
4. Mauro Colagreco - Argentina
⏱ 53 minMauro Colagreco has crossed many borders to find his new home. His patience and appreciation for food and culture are exemplified by his dishes.
5. Connie Zagora - Sweden and Poland
⏱ 53 minConnie's cooking brings forth a feeling of well-being. From crawfish parties to breakfast, she brings a taste of Sweden and Poland to France.
6. Alan Geeam - Lebanon
⏱ 52 minAlan 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.
7. Juan Arbelaez - Columbia
⏱ 52 minHaving six restaurants, Juan Arbelaez considers himself a chef and restaurateur. Every day’s a chance to create an unforgettable memory for a client.
8. Giovanni Passerini - Italy
⏱ 53 minThere’s no denying Giovanni’s Italian roots in his tomato, garlic, shellfish, and parsley. Running a kitchen doesn’t come without trials though.
Season 24 episodes
1. Beatriz Gonzalez - Mexico
⏱ 57 minBeatriz Gonzalez influences classic French cooking with the influences of Mexico: The taste of lime and the smell of fresh-cut cilantro.
2. Nordine Labidah - Tunisia
⏱ 57 minNordine Labidah specializes in French cooking with Tunisian influence — a blend of his heritage and classic French technique. His work is his passion.
3. Pierre Siewe - Cameroon
⏱ 53 minIncorporating Cameroon into his menu, Pierre Siewe always has his mind in the kitchen. His connection to cuisine only grows as he lives his passion.
4. Mikaela Liaroustos - Greece
⏱ 57 minMikaela Liaroustos prepares Greek dishes with a natural French technique. To her, cooking is like dancing. Her mission? Eat, Drink, Dance.
