Slovenian Terroir & Culinary Identity with 3 Michelin-Starred Chef Ana Roš | World on a Plate Ep 145
On this episode, Ragnar speaks with Ana Roš, a self-taught chef from Slovenia who helms the kitchens at Hiša Franko, a world-renowned three-star Michelin restaurant in the Soča Valley. Ana’s path to the kitchen was anything but traditional; a former competitive alpine skier and diplomacy student, she pivoted to gastronomy out of love, eventually being named the World’s Best Female Chef in 2017. Her journey reached a global audience when she was featured on Netflix’s Chef’s Table, an appearance that served as a catalyst for her career and transformed her remote restaurant into a world-class destination.
Ana’s culinary identity is deeply rooted in the nature of her surroundings, where she transforms foraged ingredients and traditional Slovenian products into incredible tasting experiences. Beyond the fine dining of Hiša Franko, Ana is a prolific entrepreneur, recently launching the casual dining concept Jaz and Ana Roš Drinks, a line of innovative, ready-to-serve cocktails. Tune in to hear Ana’s inspiring story of building a global gastronomic legacy and discover her philosophy on staying true to one’s creative spirit on Episode 145: Slovenian Terroir and Culinary Identity with Chef Ana Roš.
TUNE IN AND LEARN:
1. Building a Destination Through Identity: Discover how Ana Roš created a world-class culinary destination in a remote valley by connecting with the local community and using unique ingredients to craft a singular storytelling experience.
2. The Power of Local Sourcing: Learn why Ana views local sourcing as a commitment to the legacy and the future, ensuring small farms survive by relying on traditional, local products and acting as a global ambassador for Slovenian flavors.
3. Innovation Beyond the Kitchen: Explore Ana’s creative expansions, including her casual restaurant concept Jaz, her late-night sessions developing cocktails and her upcoming autobiographical fiction book.
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