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Unfiltered Futures with Jawad Morgan | Episode 1 In this episode, we go behind the scenes of Beirut's vibrant food scene to explore: • The story behind Kibbe Kitchen's innovative menu (from pumpkin-guacamole to truffle kibbe) • Ralph’s personal connection to East Beirut and his college years in San Diego • The raw reality of choosing to "burn the ships" and invest in Lebanon's highly competitive market • Why the entrepreneurial spirit in Beirut is so magnetic despite the challenges If you're a foodie, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone passionate about the resilience and future of Lebanon, this conversation is for you. 📍 Visit Kibbe Kitchen: Gemmayze, Beirut, Lebanon (right before Mar Mikhael) 👉 Follow Kibbe Kitchen on Instagram: @kibbekitchen --- ⏱️ CHAPTERS (TIMESTAMPS): 0:00 - Introduction: The Story of Beirut 0:49 - First Stop: Kibbe Kitchen in Gemmayze 1:23 - Meet Ralph Khairallah 1:59 - Roots in Lebanon & Gemmayze Memories 3:05 - The Origin of Kibbe Kitchen: Reimagining a Classic 4:30 - The San Diego Connection & Fast Casual Ambitions 6:43 - Scaling Globally vs. Growing in Lebanon 8:04 - The Magnetic Grit of Beirut's Entrepreneurs 9:00 - Choosing the Hard Path (Why We Stay in Lebanon) 10:43 - Challenges of Surviving in a Tough Market 11:53 - "Burning the Ships" to Focus on Beirut 12:20 - Outro & Visiting Gemmayze --- Follow host Jawad on Instagram: @jawadmorgan
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