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Appeared in the first season of the culinary reality television competition.
His restaurants became a household name in Haifa, Israel.
Decided to leave Israel due to the difficulties of being an Arab chef in the country after October 7.
Chef Hamoudi Okla is a celebrity chef from Haifa, Israel, known for his participation in the first season of the culinary reality show "Game of Chefs." He owned and operated popular restaurants in Haifa, gaining recognition for his culinary contributions. In late 2024, he announced his decision to relocate to Miami, citing challenges faced by Arabs in Israel.
Raseef, Unnamed restaurant in Haifa
Chef Hamoudi Okla's decision to leave Israel and move to Miami was influenced by the socio-political climate, specifically after October 7, stating that 'Being an Arab in Israel has become a burden' and that people were afraid to visit his restaurants.
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