Nabil Attar behind the stove in 2026, a fine example of courage and determination. Photo provided by the chef.
This summer, Nabil Attar spent a few weeks in Damascus with his family and friends. He also spent quite a bit of time in the family kitchen and roamed the city in search of new opportunities. It may not seem like much, but these few weeks mark a new stage in an extraordinary journey. Because 11 years ago, Nabil fled the Syrian capital alongside his wife and children. He left the country only days after his 12-year-old son had been kidnapped by henchmen of the Assad regime.Between that tragic moment, a dangerous crossing of the Mediterranean, settling in a foreign country, and returning to Damascus, the life of this former top executive and his family has undergone a true revolution. The IT engineer he once was in Syria has transformed into the chef of a restaurant in Orléans, referenced by Gault & Millau.We explore his journey from...
This summer, Nabil Attar spent a few weeks in Damascus with his family and friends. He also spent quite a bit of time in the family kitchen and roamed the city in search of new opportunities. It may not seem like much, but these few weeks mark a new stage in an extraordinary journey. Because 11 years ago, Nabil fled the Syrian capital alongside his wife and children. He left the country only days...
