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From Syria to the UK: Founding an Award-Winning Cheese Brand 🇸🇾🇬🇧🧀

In this episode, Razan Alsous shares her incredible journey from fleeing conflict in Syria to launching Yorkshire Dama Cheese,  now one of the UK’s most celebrated artisan cheese brands.

Key moments:
💷 Started the business with just £2,500 and repurposed equipment
🧀 Identified a gap in the market for fresh, locally made halloumi
🏆 Won 65+ awards — including at the World Cheese Awards
🌟 Supplies Michelin-starred restaurants and top farm shops
🎓 Balanced growth with studying food technology to strengthen the business

An inspiring story of grit, vision, and building something truly special against all odds.

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