Show Notes
Today’s episode is a special live recording from Jubilee 2025 in New York City, featuring Asma Khan, chef, restaurateur, author, and one of the most powerful voices in food today. Asma is the chef-owner of London’s Darjeeling Express, the author of “Monsoon: Delicious Indian Recipes for Every Day and Season,” “Chef’s Table” star, and a fierce advocate for women everywhere.
Asma joins host Kerry Diamond on stage for a deeply moving conversation about resilience, purpose, and the power of community. Asma is introduced by author Yasmin Khan.
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