Pakistani Chef Maryam Ishtiaq Joins Gordon Ramsay’s “Next Level Chef” After Beating Thousands
The show featuring Maryam Ishtiaq will premiere on February 13.

Maryam Ishtiaq, a private chef and content creator of Pakistani origin based in Dallas, has been selected to participate in Gordon Ramsay’s cooking competition show, Next Level Chef. This opportunity comes after she was chosen from thousands of applicants, marking a significant achievement for her and her representation of Pakistan in the culinary world.
Maryam has built a reputation as a social media strategist and content creator, focusing on food and lifestyle. Her journey reflects perseverance and passion, having previously worked in the food and tech startup industries for five years before venturing into her culinary career.
She took to Instagram two weeks ago, to break the news and in a subsequent post Maryam Ishtiaq said, “I have consistently followed a unique career journey, and I am incredibly thankful for the opportunity to turn my dreams into reality while pursuing my passions.”
She added that she couldn’t be more thrilled to represent her community on such a prominent platform while doing what she loved most.
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Next Level Chef is a unique cooking competition where contestants are placed in a three-story kitchen with varying levels of resources. The top floor has the best tools and ingredients, while the basement team must work with whatever is left after the upper levels have been picked.
The show featuring Maryam Ishtiaq will premiere on February 13.
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The show has gained immense popularity, becoming one of the most-watched cooking series in television history, showcasing diverse culinary talents from different backgrounds.