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Tamara Chavez on Embracing Change and Finding Your Own Path in Singapore's Culinary Scene
How does a fainting spell on your first job lead to a lifelong commitment to a culinary career?
In this episode of Turn The Tables, host Debbie Yong explores this intriguing journey with Tamara Chavez. Tamara reflects on how a kitchen accident during her childhood in Mexico City ignited her passion for cooking and her leap of faith in uprooting her life and move to Singapore without speaking a world of English.
She candidly discusses the challenges of navigating a male-dominated industry, and how she overcame them to become a successful restaurateur, co-running Peruvian restaurant Canchita and Spanish restaurant Tinto with her husband, Daniel. Tamara also shares her thoughts on mentorship, breaking gender stereotypes, and creating a supportive team environment.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:04 Early Influences and Family Background
03:46 Challenges and Triumphs in the Culinary World
09:57 A Life-Changing Move to Singapore
12:09 Finding Support and Building a New Life
16:43 Opportunities and Risks: The Peruvian Connection
19:26 Living in Peru: A Cultural Awakening
20:36 Opening a Restaurant: Challenges and Triumphs
21:31 Mentorship and Growth: A Turning Point
23:20 Exploring Global Cuisines
24:26 Being a Female Chef in a Male-Dominated Industry
28:25 Building and Leading a Diverse Team
34:53 Balancing Work and Personal Life
37:41 A Vision for the Future
Don’t miss out on more inspiring stories from trailblazing female leaders in Asia's hospitality scene — visit us at www.weturnthetables.com to join our vibrant community and share your suggestions for future guests on this podcast series. Your input helps us spotlight the incredible women shaping the industry. We look forward to hearing from you!
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By Debbie YongHow does a fainting spell on your first job lead to a lifelong commitment to a culinary career?
In this episode of Turn The Tables, host Debbie Yong explores this intriguing journey with Tamara Chavez. Tamara reflects on how a kitchen accident during her childhood in Mexico City ignited her passion for cooking and her leap of faith in uprooting her life and move to Singapore without speaking a world of English.
She candidly discusses the challenges of navigating a male-dominated industry, and how she overcame them to become a successful restaurateur, co-running Peruvian restaurant Canchita and Spanish restaurant Tinto with her husband, Daniel. Tamara also shares her thoughts on mentorship, breaking gender stereotypes, and creating a supportive team environment.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:04 Early Influences and Family Background
03:46 Challenges and Triumphs in the Culinary World
09:57 A Life-Changing Move to Singapore
12:09 Finding Support and Building a New Life
16:43 Opportunities and Risks: The Peruvian Connection
19:26 Living in Peru: A Cultural Awakening
20:36 Opening a Restaurant: Challenges and Triumphs
21:31 Mentorship and Growth: A Turning Point
23:20 Exploring Global Cuisines
24:26 Being a Female Chef in a Male-Dominated Industry
28:25 Building and Leading a Diverse Team
34:53 Balancing Work and Personal Life
37:41 A Vision for the Future
Don’t miss out on more inspiring stories from trailblazing female leaders in Asia's hospitality scene — visit us at www.weturnthetables.com to join our vibrant community and share your suggestions for future guests on this podcast series. Your input helps us spotlight the incredible women shaping the industry. We look forward to hearing from you!
Featured speakers: