5 Foods to REMOVE From Your Kitchen for a Healthy Life

In this episode of the Oasis, we sit down with one of Doha’s most talented chefs to discuss her culinary journey and her strict philosophy on nutrition. Soumaya reveals why she has completely eliminated sugar, processed foods, and vegetable oils from her kitchen, opting instead for natural ingredients like olive oil and avocado oil. We explore her Lebanese roots, her life in Qatar, and how she balances being a busy single mom with a rigorous fitness routine that includes strength training, running, and golf.

The highlight of the episode is a special food tasting where Soumaya presents a variety of vibrant, healthy dishes. From Sayadieh with caramelized onions to air-fried Kebab Laban and a 3-hour slow-cooked stuffed chicken, you will see how she brings flavor to life without compromising on health.

Soumaya also shares her unique vision for the future of dining, focusing on intimate, home-cooked dinner experiences that prioritize human connection over the standard restaurant model.

Chapters

0:00 Meeting Chef Soumaya

2:45 The Story of Mama Cooks Daily

5:30 Lebanese Roots and Life in Doha

8:15 Thoughts on the Situation in Lebanon

12:00 The Secret to a Healthy Lifestyle

15:10 Cooking Without Sugar or Processed Foods

18:45 The Importance of Communal Eating

21:20 Food Tasting: Sayadieh and Kebab Laban

25:00 Slow-Cooked Chicken and Fresh Tabbouleh

29:30 The Vision for Intimate Dinner Parties

32:45 Managing Time as a Busy Single Mom

35:15 Future Goals and How to Connect

37:48 Video End

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