ABOUT
A Life of Passion, Flavour, and Purpose
From computers to kitchens to boardrooms, my journey is fueled by curiosity, creativity, and connection. Welcome to The Frying Pan.
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We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.
– Aristotle
About Barbara
Barbara is an ERP Consultant-turned-Chef-turned-CEO with a knack for blending culinary precision and business strategy. Starting her career in finance and consulting in the Netherlands, she pivoted to the culinary arts during the Y2K downturn.
Barbara trained at Leith’s School of Food and Wine, graduating with distinction, and gained experience in Michelin-starred kitchens, including Raymond Blanc’s Manoir Aux Quat’Saisons and Gary Rhodes’ City Rhodes.
Her culinary journey took her from London’s vibrant Borough Market to Dubai, where she reviewed restaurants for Time Out Magazine and collaborated on a cookbook promoting healthy adaptations of traditional Arabic recipes.
After returning to the corporate world, Barbara founded BXB Consulting and later co-founded Shutta Limited, a digital transformation company in Vietnam.
Through her blog, From The Frying Pan, she shares stories from a life lived globally, offering fresh perspectives on leadership, resilience, and creativity. Whether managing a brigade or a business, Barbara believes in planning, adaptability, and thriving under pressure—all with a touch of warmth and wit.
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About From The Frying Pan
Ever wondered what working in a Michelin-starred kitchen and leading a startup have in common? More than you think! From The Frying Pan blends kitchen experience with real-world lessons in leadership, resilience, and creativity. Born from a love of great food and great stories, the magazine explores the intersection of cooking, business, and life—with a no-nonsense, practical approach.
Through engaging articles, practical recipes, and hard-earned insights, From The Frying Pan invites readers to step beyond the kitchen and into a world where food fuels not just the body, but also the mind and spirit. So, pull up a chair, grab a metaphorical fork, and get ready to explore how the art of cooking translates into actionable business insights and real-world lessons – because success, just like a great meal, starts with the right ingredients and a whole lot of heart.
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Discover fresh perspectives, kitchen wisdom, and business insights. From culinary creativity to leadership lessons, explore the latest articles to inspire your journey.
