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In June 2025, we began our cooking journey for Eat Me's R&D. 13 participants, 13 recipes, 13 interviews, 13 dishes.
Cesar, participant & collaborator:
"I was surprised when I showed up to Lu’s kitchen to find all the ingredients needed to prepare traditional Mexican mole were readily available (I mean, I did specify what was needed, but seeing it all there was thrilling). As we cooked together, they threw some very insightful and moving questions my way; questions I had never asked myself nor stopped to consider. I felt like I was learning something about myself at the same time as Lu and Eva were.
One of my favorite moments was when we were boiling the dried chilies, hydrating them back to life. It had been over a year - if not more - since I had smelled that smell. It immediately took me back home. I not only got to share my story, but also a dish I think represents my culture. That felt meaningful. I also really appreciated the effort and work they were putting behind this project to be able to speak about other experiences and stories from an informed point of view."
Click on an interviewee's polaroid to open their recipe.
Chioma
Peanut Chicken Stew
Marianne
Ginger and Garlic Tofu
Kristóf
Paprikas Krumpli
Kyu
Pork Belly Stew
Chelsea
Key Lime Pie
Chen
Sichuan Stew
Amanda
Vodka Lime Chai Cake
Emilia
Potato Kurniki
Xiaonan
Spring Onion Oil Noodles
Sierra
Beavertails
Burhan
Palak Paneer
Cesar
Chicken Mole
Interview questions & answers
The dish:
Why did you choose this dish in particular? Most popular answer: it was the ordinary, comforting, standard meal in our house growing up
Do you remember the best version of it you had? Memorable answer: post hangover meal, the only restaurant open after a wild night in the big city
Do you think the King would like your dish? 9 = yes | 3 = no
Do you think your dish would be British enough for the King? 5 = yes | 7 = no
Home:
Where do you call home?
Have you lived anywhere other than home / UK? Over half answered yes
Where would you go / what would you do to treat yourself in UK vs home country?
UK
When did you first move to the UK? Between 20 years ago to 1 year ago
What was your first impression?
Is there a special place for you in the London/UK? Memorable answer: the Hampstead ponds smell like home
Have you bought any big pieces of furniture? Only one answered yes
What's the most British establishment you can think of? Popular answers: pubs, Greggs, roast dinner
Do you have a favourite/preferred brand of supermarket? Winner: LIDL
Is there an aisle you naturally gravitate towards?
Thoughts on British food?
Visas
Do you have one particular moment of your visa application journey that stands out or has stayed with you?
Do you ever fear that your visa might be revoked?
Have you ever made plans in case your visa were rejected? Majority answered no
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