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Sohla El-Waylly Went To Culinary School To “Prove Everyone Wrong”

Oct 30, 2023
Sohla El-Waylly, chef and YouTube star, discusses her new cookbook as an antidote to culinary school, her love for cooking shows like Top Chef, and her struggles and heartwarming moments in culinary school and high-pressure restaurants.
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Quick takeaways

  • Sohla El-Waylly believes that culinary school is a scam and has written a cookbook, Start Here, as an antidote to help home cooks learn in their own kitchens.
  • Sohla El-Waylly's debut cookbook, Start Here, offers a comprehensive culinary education, focusing on technique and empowering readers to become better cooks.

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