WHO: Juliana Latif is the executive chef of Zou Zou’s, the lively and modern Eastern Mediterranean restaurant from Quality Branded.
ABOUT: The youngest of eleven children in a Lebanese-Palestinian-Jordanian household, Latif grew up surrounded by food, from her family’s home to their grocery store and restaurant in West Hartford, Connecticut. She honed her craft in culinary school, as well as the “tough and intense” kitchen of the Michelin-starred Nomad Hotel. Her menu celebrates the cuisine and flavors of the Eastern Mediterranean region, bringing in influences from Latif’s Lebanese and Jordanian roots. Prior to her time at Zou Zou’s, she worked in the kitchen at The Nomad until it shuttered during the pandemic. During that time, she started her own falafel pop-up during the pandemic inspired by her mother’s recipes.
WHAT: Prepare to be captivated by the vibrant flavors and unexpected delights of the Eastern Mediterranean as Chef Juliana Latif, whose deep roots in Lebanese and Jordanian heritage, guide us through the lesser-known culinary traditions of this fascinating region.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 28, 6 PM - 8 PM EST
WHERE: De Gustibus Cooking School
