Episode Details

Growing up in 1990s Sydney, Myra Karakelle rarely met others who shared her unique cultural food combinations, blending her Uzbek and Afghan heritage. Her family's dinner table, however, was a vibrant celebration of these two Central Asian cultures through food. Today, Myra brings these traditions, along with a love for Australian sandwiches, to her deli, MLK Deli.

https://www.instagram.com/mlk.deli/?hl=en

Chapters

00:00 Cultural Heritage and Culinary Roots

08:54 The Journey of a Unique Deli

16:19 From Teaching to Culinary Passion

18:31 Rediscovering Passion for Food and Creativity

19:48 Taking the Leap: Quitting the Job

21:03 Building the Dream: Opening a Sandwich Shop

26:05 Family Support and Overcoming Doubts

26:33 Unexpected Connections in Hospitality

28:06 Expanding the Vision: Opening a Second Venue

31:34 Understanding Different Clientele

32:43 Navigating Business Dynamics with Family

34:00 Embracing Risks and Finding Happiness

35:13 Future Aspirations and Contentment

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