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= Khalid Dahbi (chef) = Khalid Dahbi is a British–Moroccan chef, entrepreneur and philanthropist, and also the founder and CEO of KD luxury, Beso and Antoine Amato. He is well known for his culinary art and exceptionally high-standard cooking for eminent personalities and celebrities (including Kevin Spacey, Bill Clinton and Sir Ian McClellan) and was recently appreciated by Princes Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, for his charitable work towards the survivors of the Grenfell Tower disaster.

Early years
Dahbi was born in Rabat, Morocco to a family of foodies. His late father was the main inspiration behind his passion for cooking. Khalid left Morocco at the age of 14 to continue his studies in Switzerland; in 1998, he was featured on Basel TV for his volunteer work at a children’s charity in Frenkendorf, Switzerland. Khalid had always dreamed of becoming an actor and went on to become a professional chef after rejection of his application to “Cinema Citta” in Rome, Italy.

Career
In London, Dahbi’s career took off following stints at Bibendum restaurant, Gordon Ramsey at Claridge’s, Jamie Oliver and Rhubarb food designs. Khalid is known for his elegance and creative menus.

Events
In 2017, Dahbi co-founded and launched Stories from Morocco, a fashion exhibition whereby Moroccan fashion designers showcased their upcoming line of clothing.

Philanthropy
Khalid set up the KD Foundation in 2018 as a charitable organisation in aid for Children and needy women around the world, in addition to the work he carries out with UNICEF, WaterAid and local charities in Morocco.