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Host James Knight-Paccheco takes listeners on a rich, multi-sensory journey into the world of fine chocolate in partnership with Valrhona and the Louvre Abu Dhabi. The episode spotlights Le Fil Rouge, a one-of-a-kind event uniting over 250 chefs, artists, and visionaries from around the globe!This episode’s guest Olivier Morel, Chief Business Officer at Valrhona, shares insights on the fusion of community, creativity, and culture through the lens of chocolate. He offers reflections on his global chocolate journey and discusses how shifting cocoa markets are shaping the future of fine chocolate.Joining the conversation are celebrated chefs Reif Othman and Hadrien Villedieu, who speak about their culinary inspirations, memorable chocolate moments, and the artistry behind collaborating with Valrhona. From sourcing premium ingredients to curating unforgettable menus, this episode is a heartfelt tribute to chocolate as both craft and culture.00:00 Introduction01:06 Celebrating Fine Chocolate with Valrhona02:15 Olivier’s Chocolate Journey08:45 Global Chocolate Trends & Challenges22:02 The Art of Chocolate & Culinary Fusion28:40 Personal Chocolate Memories29:10 Hadrian’s Culinary Creations29:52 Curating the Menu31:02 Raf’s Chocolate Philosophy31:37 Collaborating with Valrhona34:44 Chefs’ Tips for Collaboration36:55 Conversations Beyond the Kitchen38:15 Using Chocolate in Cooking39:42 Describing Themselves as Desserts40:18 Quick Fire Questions41:39 Conclusion and FarewellFollow the featured guests on socials:https://fr.linkedin.com/in/olivier-morel-58689313 https://www.instagram.com/reifo.kee https://www.instagram.com/hadrienvilledieu/ A huge thank you to our partners Valrhona for making this special series possible!www.valrhona.comPlease leave us a review on any podcast platform - it’s the best way to support the show!Food is Memories !Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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