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OXO Announces 2025 Chefs in Residence: Fariyal Abdullahi and Danielle Sepsy Join for a New Season Inspired by Bold Flavors and Heritage
NEW YORK, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- OXO, an award-winning consumer brand from the Home & Outdoor business segment of Helen of Troy Limited (NASDAQ: HELE),
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[{"type":"text","content":"NEW YORK, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- OXO, an award-winning consumer brand from the Home & Outdoor business segment of Helen of Troy Limited (NASDAQ: HELE), kicks off the fifth year of its acclaimed Chefs in Residence program by welcoming two dynamic new culinary voices: Executive Chef at Hav & Mar, Fariyal Abdullahi and Founder of The Hungry Gnome, Danielle Sepsy.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \nNow entering its fifth year, the OXO Chefs in Residence program continues to evolve with a renewed focus on emotional storytelling and globally inspired cooking. This year's theme, Cook the Mood, taps into the deep connection people have with food, exploring feelings that range from nostalgia and pride to joy and comfort. Cook the Mood transforms everyday meals into meaningful moments, while showcasing the power of OXO's thoughtfully designed tools to help home cooks bring those sentiments to life.\n\"I'm thrilled to join OXO's Chef in Residence program and to share recipes from cherished childhood memories,\" said Chef Danielle Sepsy. \"I hope to inspire more home cooks to be bold, creative and to find their own spark in the kitchen.\"\nThroughout the campaign Chefs Danielle and Fariyal will share globally inspired recipes that tap into personal memories and cultural touchstones. From Danielle's Cinnamon Buns (Pride) and Cacio E Pepe Pastina (Nostalgia) to Fariyal's Doro Wat (Joy) and Biryani (Comfort), each dish connects emotion with culinary expression—encouraging home cooks to get creative and \"Cook the Mood\" in their own kitchens.\n\"The memories created in everyday kitchens are fundamental,\" said Chef Fariyal Abdullahi. \"With OXO, I'm excited to help people discover how food can bring emotion, heritage, and technique together in a way that feels truly personal.\"\nThe campaign will roll out across OXO's digital and social platforms throughout the year, with original recipes, blog features, and hands-on tips shared by both chefs. To explore recipes and meet the Chefs in Residence, visit:(www.oxo.com/chefs-in-residence), YouTube (www.youtube.com/oxo), TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@oxo_us), and Instagram channel (www.instagram.com/oxo).\nMeet OXO's New Chefs in Residence\nFariyal Abdullahi\nBorn in Ethiopia, Fariyal Abdullahi grew up inspired by her mother's cooking and the communal spirit of family meals. Though she earned a degree in Cli...