The Damel

02/20/2025

It's official! My book, The Universal Language of Flavors: A Chef’s Journey of Culture, Resilience, and Fusion, is now available! This memoir is more than just recipes—it’s a story of perseverance, cultural exchange, and the power of food to connect us all.

Join me on this journey from Senegal to the world through the flavors that shaped my life. Get your copy today!

📖🍽️ Order now: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXTVQFQX?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520

12/11/2024

On January 20th, 1995, my life changed forever. My father’s passing was a loss that shaped me, teaching me resilience, perseverance, and the importance of cherishing life’s moments. Next year, 2025, on the 30th anniversary of his passing, I’m honoring his legacy in a way that feels deeply personal.

I’m proud to announce the upcoming launch of my book, The Universal Language of Flavors: A Chef’s Journey of Culture, Resilience, and Fusion. This personal memoir celebrates the flavors, traditions, and people who have shaped my life. From the streets of Meckhé to the kitchens of Argentina and beyond, this book reflects the power of food to connect us all.

I hope it inspires you to find your own story in its pages. Please mark your calendars for January 20th, 2025, and join me in celebrating this special moment.

Thank you for being part of this journey.

10/31/2024

Doing good thing!!!

03/31/2023

Un régal pour ce mois de Ramadan, venez vous régalez 🥰

08/26/2022

How do you like your empanadas - baked or fried❓❔

Happy Friday ‼️

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08/18/2022

So many empanadas, so little time...🥟🥟🥟
We have an abundance of empanada flavors to appease all diets.

Great for a snack or a whole meal!

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08/11/2022

Thanks for stopping by 🙂🙌🏿

08/08/2022

Exciting news for East Oakland!

Plans are under way to open an ambitious food hall with a focus on Black- and brown-owned...

08/07/2022

Excited to have had talented artist visit us for lunch. ‼️🥟🙂

08/06/2022

Thanks for visiting us in downtown Oakland