Chef Fariyal Abdulahi

Fariyal Abdullahi’s journey from child psychology to the culinary world is nothing short of extraordinary. Born in Ethiopia, she traded one passion for another, a move that eventually brought her to the Met Gala and positioned her as a rising star in the food industry. Now the Executive Chef at Hav & Mar in New York City, she was a 2024 James Beard Award finalist for Emerging Chef. Beyond the kitchen, she lends her expertise as a Food Network judge, a philanthropist, and a panelist on Celebrity Family Food Battle on Roku. Abdullahi’s influence extends far beyond her dishes—she’s reshaping the culinary landscape with innovation, authenticity, and a commitment to breaking barriers.