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Forbes - İzzet Tahsin Sertay

A New Vision in the Culinary World

Forbes | Editor's Choice

Blending the deep-rooted heritage of Ottoman palace cuisine with modern gastronomy, Chef İzzet Tahsin Sertay draws attention with his innovative approach in the industry.

Reinforcing his academic background with experiences in distinguished restaurants across Turkey and Europe, Sertay approaches culinary arts not merely as a technical discipline, but as a narrative where history, geography, and culture converge. Combining the Asian and umami culture experiences he gained in Tokyo with Mediterranean simplicity, the chef is redefining industry standards today through the consultancy services he provides to upper-segment gastronomy brands.

Offering a wide range of services from new brand establishment to menu development, İzzet Tahsin Sertay is cited among the figures setting the gastronomy trends of the future with his leadership in culinary organizations and visionary perspective.