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Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity

2026-06-19 · 62 min · episode 202 · 33 entities

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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://testo.com/en-US
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://metro.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://theburntchefproject.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://operationbbqrelief.org/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://therestaurantshows.com/new-york
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://crabislandseafood.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://pizzatomorrow.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://rakporcelain.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://citrusamerica.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://therestaurantshows.com/california
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://sustainablesupperclub.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://therestaurantshows.com/florida
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  • mentioned metro.com website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://metro.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://theburntchefproject.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://operationbbqrelief.org/
  • mentioned crabislandseafood.com website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://crabislandseafood.com/
  • mentioned pizzatomorrow.com website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://pizzatomorrow.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://rakporcelain.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://citrusamerica.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://therestaurantshows.com/california
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://sustainablesupperclub.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://therestaurantshows.com/florida
  • mentioned cltampa.com website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://cltampa.com/
  • references metro.com website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://metro.com/
  • references theburntchefproject.com website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://theburntchefproject.com/
  • references operationbbqrelief.org website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://operationbbqrelief.org/
  • references crabislandseafood.com website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://crabislandseafood.com/
  • references pizzatomorrow.com website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://pizzatomorrow.com/
  • references rakporcelain.com website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://rakporcelain.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://citrusamerica.com/
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://therestaurantshows.com/california
  • references sustainablesupperclub.com website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://sustainablesupperclub.com/
  • references Florida website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://therestaurantshows.com/florida
  • references cltampa.com website
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://cltampa.com/

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  • mentioned food concept
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    Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity
  • discusses Arts concept
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  • discusses food concept
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  • mentioned Carl Fiadini person
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  • mentioned En Us person
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://testo.com/en-US
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://testo.com/en-US

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  • mentioned The New York Trilogy book
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://therestaurantshows.com/new-york
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    Link in episode "Chef Sherief Shawky: From Egypt to Unox, A Journey Built on Opportunity": https://therestaurantshows.com/new-york
Episode description as stored
Chef Sherief Shawky's journey is anything but conventional. Raised between Virginia and Egypt, Sherief's path began in a family-owned pizzeria before taking him through some of the industry's most demanding kitchens, working alongside award-winning chefs, opening restaurants, leading culinary teams, and ultimately becoming Corporate Chef and Team Leader for North America at Unox. In this episode, Sherief shares the experiences that shaped him—from learning to leave his ego at the door, navigating burnout, overcoming a serious back injury, and making the difficult decision to step away from restaurant operations at the height of his career. We also discuss mentorship, leadership, mental health in hospitality, his work as an ambassador for The Burnt Chef Project, and why he believes food remains the universal language that brings people together. Most importantly, this is a conversation about opportunity—recognizing it when it appears and having the courage to say yes. Topics Covered: • Growing up between Egypt and the United States • Working with Chef Sherry Yard and Chef Jamie Lynch • Lessons learned from high-pressure kitchens • Burnout, injury, and career transitions • Leadership and mentoring the next generation • Mental health and The Burnt Chef Project • Life at Unox • Why food is the ultimate connector Plus, Chef Sherief prepares two incredible dishes in the studio, showcasing the creativity, discipline, and culinary perspective that have defined his career. This is Episode 202 of the Walk-In Talk Podcast. BRAND PARTNERS Metro Foodservice Solutions & Trimark USA https://www.metro.com  Commercial-grade storage, transport, and workflow systems trusted across professional kitchens. TriMark USA TriMark is the largest foodservice design, equipment, and supplies provider in North America, helping operators build, equip, and optimize hospitality kitchens through design-build expertise, sourcing, installation, and service. RAK Porcelain USA https://www.rakporcelain.com Professional tableware engineered for durability and presentation. Citrus America https://www.citrusamerica.com Premium citrus solutions supporting chefs, retailers, and distributors. Crab Island Seafood https://crabislandseafood.com Florida-based supplier delivering responsibly sourced seafood to foodservice partners. Testo North America https://www.testo.com/en-US Precision measurement and food safety solutions for professional kitchens. CAUSE PARTNERS The Burnt Chef Project https://www.theburntchefproject.com Advocating for mental health awareness in the hospitality industry. Operation BBQ Relief https://operationbbqrelief.org Providing meals to communities impacted by natural disasters. Sustainable Supperclub https://www.sustainablesupperclub.com Pop-up dining experiences focused on sustainability and food access. TRADE SHOW & INDUSTRY PARTNERS Florida Restaurant Show https://www.therestaurantshows.com/florida/ New York Restaurant Show https://www.therestaurantshows.com/new-york/ California Restaurant Show https://www.therestaurantshows.com/california/ Pizza Tomorrow Summit https://www.pizzatomorrow.com/ U.S. Culinary Open https://www.usculinaryopen.com/About Creative Loafing Tampa Bay https://www.cltampa.com ABOUT WALK-IN TALK MEDIA Walk-In Talk Media is an industry-recognized B2B food and hospitality media company focused on chef-driven storytelling and real conversations inside the business of food.