I've loved Chef Nyesha since she was on Top Chef. She is just so intelligent, humble, and respectful regardless if she's working in a Michelin starred French restaurant or a hole in the wall take out spot like this one. She's great at everything she does and is a gorgeous person, inside and out.
Chef Nyesha is a fantastic interviewer. I really liked this episode. She’s so intelligent and respectful. She also gets into the heart of the place, making it easy for the viewers to understand what’s important to the business owners/chef.
I finally had the chance to try this place out a month ago, and been visiting twice a week ever since. The reviews are not hype, they're real. Food is phenomenal and Armen and his folks are welcoming people. Do yourself a favor and not deprive yourself from trying this place out, the food is that good.
Still my favorite spot in Glendale. The warm welcome of Their family everytime we go and the top quality of the food is undeniably unique. So happy they’re getting the shine they deserve.
She’s the most engaging, skilled and humble hosts online. Great sense of humor without seeming silly- comfortable in Michelin starred restaurants and food carts.
I absolutely adore Mini Kabob! Fabulous, amazingly delicious food. Armen and his family are super friendly. They’re always ready to give a great recommendation if it’s your first visit. Patronize this small business.
Im so glad Mini Kabob is getting recognized. One of the best plates in the city. Hopefully the lines don't get too too crazy but Armen definitely deserves it
Mini kabob is a family owned establishment and they are so nice and so deserving of all the attention! Been going to them for YEARS! Order ahead of time if you can. They make things to order so it can take more time than you’ll realize. Also it’s TINY so be prepared to hang out for a bit.
Nyesha worked for Joel Robuchon, the chef of the century and chef with the most ever michelin stars. Of course she can identify ingredients and do basic prep work.
I’ve hit up a bunch of ME joints in Glendale, and Mini is the one I keep coming back to. Nothing fancy, but top notch food, and great hospitality. Plus they got the pork kabobs.
First off, this food looks AMAZING, but did anybody else 👀 at 3:00. “Can I guess what’s in the marinade” and then she proceeds to lick the marinade that was mixed with the raw chicken.
I'd be lying if I said I haven't done this. Chef's have iron stomachs lol....plus the copious amount of lemon in that marinade to kill it off she'll live 🤣😎
I hope Nyesha comes down to Hobart, Tasmania if she can! We have a phenomenal dining scene down under, particularly in the apple isle! Tasmanian cuisine is so rich as not to be underestimated.
This made me hungry and happy.. I live in a suburban area with no decent Middle Eastern food but went to college in DC where there was no shortage of it. Miss it so much.
Great things are done by,learning the history of the food from family, and keeping that history going on.the heart love understanding is in flavor is there.
by far the hardest part of fasting is the boredom. If you've never done a multiday fast, you have no idea the enormous amount of your daily time is spent thinking about, preparing, or eating food. Depending on your lifestyle, it can be really hard to fill all that extra free time. If you want a fast to be easy, start it when you are very busy
I think she just tasted the marinade for the raw chicken? Damn. Really interesting look into skewers. I am curious why there is the method of indenting the ground meat skewer? Is it to keep uniformity or help the meat brown?
Agreed. Which is why I been going to this spot for ten+ years. They make what’s GOOD. Chicken thigh instead of breast. They also have a pork kabob that wasn’t mentioned here, which you can’t find at any of the other middle eastern joints in Glendale, which has a LOT of good options. But honestly Mini is the one I always go back to and the one I always rec. It is an absolute gem of a family restaurant. And what’s crazy is how tiny it is; one four top and two two tops.
Using a shopping bag to tenderize the meat and lack of gloves by the father is enough to turn many people away. The real name for Lule Kabob which literally means pipe in Persian is Koobideh and it's usually a 50/50 mix of beef and lamb but unfortunately Armenians mix pork with beef which makes it rubbery and not edible after 10 minutes.
Los Angeles and the surrounding area is, by far, the most crowded Armenian community in the US. It holds a little less than half of all Armenians living in the US, making it one of the most populous Armenian communities outside of Armenia. (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armenian_Americans)
I've loved Chef Nyesha since she was on Top Chef. She is just so intelligent, humble, and respectful regardless if she's working in a Michelin starred French restaurant or a hole in the wall take out spot like this one. She's great at everything she does and is a gorgeous person, inside and out.
You said what I was thinking far better than I ever could.
There are take-out spots with a michelin star
Her energy is great! I love seeing how passionate the son is about the food and connecting with family ♥️
Chef Nyesha is a fantastic interviewer. I really liked this episode. She’s so intelligent and respectful. She also gets into the heart of the place, making it easy for the viewers to understand what’s important to the business owners/chef.
I finally had the chance to try this place out a month ago, and been visiting twice a week ever since. The reviews are not hype, they're real. Food is phenomenal and Armen and his folks are welcoming people. Do yourself a favor and not deprive yourself from trying this place out, the food is that good.
This woman is amazing keep her shows coming
Watching Chef Nyesha’s passion for food is incredible. And that palate… that’s the dream.
Still my favorite spot in Glendale. The warm welcome of Their family everytime we go and the top quality of the food is undeniably unique. So happy they’re getting the shine they deserve.
Great family and food best place
She’s the most engaging, skilled and humble hosts online. Great sense of humor without seeming silly- comfortable in Michelin starred restaurants and food carts.
What a fantastic host. She's knowledgeable, personable, very lovely. She's a rockstar!
I absolutely adore Mini Kabob! Fabulous, amazingly delicious food. Armen and his family are super friendly. They’re always ready to give a great recommendation if it’s your first visit. Patronize this small business.
I love 10 mins away from here. It's aiiiiittteeee.
Great family behind it and worthy for a visit 1000%
Armen and his family are wonderful people. Always enjoy patronizing their shop and enjoying the awesome food!!
Add this joint to your list
Im so glad Mini Kabob is getting recognized. One of the best plates in the city. Hopefully the lines don't get too too crazy but Armen definitely deserves it
We need a neverending stream of Nyesha's videos please!
The Armenian food in this episode and the family behind it looked great as well!
Mini kabob is a family owned establishment and they are so nice and so deserving of all the attention! Been going to them for YEARS! Order ahead of time if you can. They make things to order so it can take more time than you’ll realize. Also it’s TINY so be prepared to hang out for a bit.
Nyesha worked for Joel Robuchon, the chef of the century and chef with the most ever michelin stars. Of course she can identify ingredients and do basic prep work.
I am from Glendale CA. Armenian food is amazing, generally speaking Middle Eastern food is fantastic.
I’ve hit up a bunch of ME joints in Glendale, and Mini is the one I keep coming back to. Nothing fancy, but top notch food, and great hospitality. Plus they got the pork kabobs.
Armenia is not Middle East
Kebap is literally Turkish origaneted dish not armenian.
@@yunuscangoktas thats not possible, historically speaking it simply cannot be turkish. makes no sense
@@yunuscangoktas you are literally making sh$t up
I’ve been here many times and the food is amazing and the family who runs it is just a joy.
First off, this food looks AMAZING, but did anybody else 👀 at 3:00. “Can I guess what’s in the marinade” and then she proceeds to lick the marinade that was mixed with the raw chicken.
Yeah she might have a few sick days incoming :D
I'd be lying if I said I haven't done this. Chef's have iron stomachs lol....plus the copious amount of lemon in that marinade to kill it off she'll live 🤣😎
its fine, hooman strong
I want to know what’s in the marinade. Want to make it at home.
I was about to comment that
THIS BEAUTIFUL CHEF SHOULD HAVE HER OWN TV SHOW!!!
Armen is the kindest restaurant operator in Los Angeles. They are a treasure.
wow the host and chef have amazing chemistry, truly a shared love and appreciation for food between you both.
I've eaten kabob my entire life but have never made it, I had NO idea it was that difficult and required so much technique and molding
Love her. Chef Nyesha is a ⭐
I hope Nyesha comes down to Hobart, Tasmania if she can! We have a phenomenal dining scene down under, particularly in the apple isle! Tasmanian cuisine is so rich as not to be underestimated.
I agree with you!! Tassie is beautiful:)
Am I the only one to see the mad chemistry between them?
This made me hungry and happy.. I live in a suburban area with no decent Middle Eastern food but went to college in DC where there was no shortage of it. Miss it so much.
This food looks amazing, and the host is awesome. You need more of her.
Great show! I loved the camaraderie between the two Chefs. Nice balance in harmony. Keep up the good work👍👊
ahh Armin is the man!!
That beef lule is epic!
Yes sir
Mini Kabob is sooo good!
I was drooling after watching this, that looks delicious!!!!!
Did no one notice when she licked the chicken marinade that the chicken is STILL raw 😳😳
And those nails! Ick!
I was 😦 I doubt she would get sick but she did it too casually for me
Yeah wtf
time stamp please!
Thank you Jesus that was weird
Love this. We focus on Texas foods on my channel, but I'm so inspired by these videos!
Now I’m hungry!
And also, I just love Chef Nyesha!!
that looks so freaking good!!!!
What a duo
Family style platters are awesome
Great things are done by,learning the history of the food from family, and keeping that history going on.the heart love understanding is in flavor is there.
Such a nice guy and everything looks amazing!
They got crazy chemistry on the low
by far the hardest part of fasting is the boredom. If you've never done a multiday fast, you have no idea the enormous amount of your daily time is spent thinking about, preparing, or eating food. Depending on your lifestyle, it can be really hard to fill all that extra free time. If you want a fast to be easy, start it when you are very busy
you guys have chemistry
great family! love this guy...
Molto bravo 👍
I can’t wait to try this place!
That was amazing. I'm going there next.
Hey all, they taste marinade to taste if everything is seasoned to ultimately adjust if needed! Hope that was helpful!
with raw chicken in it ?????
You do that BEFORE you add the raw chicken genius lol
Can you guess what this raw chicken taste like?
5:42 how you kept a straight face I’ll never know!
I LOVE MINI KABOB
I am so hungry now after watching this 😂
Tasting a marinade with raw chicken inside it. Wow
ARMEN GOT THE BEST KABOBS IN GLENDALE
Would love to visit!
Ordered for catering a while back it was 🔥
It's look delicious
Sheesh, shush, and Sikh for kabob originates from the word seekh which means sword in Farsi
How to make those magic bread? That looks sooooo soft!!
Too bad this video didn't come with links to recipes. Wow that looked delicious 😋
Great camera work......
Ahh she lost me at tasting raw chicken marinade
Salmonella 🦠 2 -3 Weeks Holiday in the Hospital 🏥
Good to see Shia Labeouf doing well
Just wish I could fly to LA to try this this instant
Kebab is Middle Eastern BBQ
But Has Two Root's
1 Levant ( Syria Lebenon)
2 Persia ( Iran )
Bravo
3:04 did she just eat marinade with raw chicken in it? :X
I think she just tasted the marinade for the raw chicken? Damn.
Really interesting look into skewers. I am curious why there is the method of indenting the ground meat skewer? Is it to keep uniformity or help the meat brown?
armenian cuisine 🖤
Damn i want Nyesha
Mini Kabob, have never been, but I follow their Instagram-account. Looks so so good everytime
Are you guys hiring cause the editor must have had their grandparent editing this.
THANK you for affirming my dislike of Filet Mignon. Everyone puts it up on a pedestal but I can't stand how lean it is.
Agreed. Which is why I been going to this spot for ten+ years. They make what’s GOOD. Chicken thigh instead of breast. They also have a pork kabob that wasn’t mentioned here, which you can’t find at any of the other middle eastern joints in Glendale, which has a LOT of good options. But honestly Mini is the one I always go back to and the one I always rec. It is an absolute gem of a family restaurant. And what’s crazy is how tiny it is; one four top and two two tops.
Great video but why would you taste a marinade with raw chicken in it? That is just plain silly!
Didn't realise Shia LaBeouf was a stellar chef as well
Oh muh gaaawwd🤤
I want to eat there. Meat and potatoes and roasted tomatoes oh my
Pops has dwarves hands from the Hobbit
ARMENIAN KEBAB THE BEST KEBAB..
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This guy is cool
How can you taste the marinade with raw chicken in it 👀
Nasty that bag is not food grade.
She tasted the raw chicken marination !! It requires courage !!
👍👍👍
What’s difference between kebab and kebob!
‘Chef’ Nyesha tasted the marinade - in which raw chicken had been marinating 🤔
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I like how they take meat off the kebab. That means you are getting a good deal because you won't get as fat.
Trying marinade from raw chicken?
Mmm tasty raw chicken marinade lol
Using a shopping bag to tenderize the meat and lack of gloves by the father is enough to turn many people away. The real name for Lule Kabob which literally means pipe in Persian is Koobideh and it's usually a 50/50 mix of beef and lamb but unfortunately Armenians mix pork with beef which makes it rubbery and not edible after 10 minutes.
Did she taste the marinate with raw chicken.
I would not taste that marinade that the raw chicken is in.
Did she just taste the chicken marinade with the raw chicken in there?????
03:03 food safety hazard--don't lick marinade that has come into contact with raw meat, especially chicken!
She'll live. She didn't eat a whole underdone chicken. Do you think you'll die if you eat food that fell on the floor?
Los Angeles and the surrounding area is, by far, the most crowded Armenian community in the US. It holds a little less than half of all Armenians living in the US, making it one of the most populous Armenian communities outside of Armenia. (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armenian_Americans)
The woman tasted raw chicken marinate. Yikes.
Barf
He looks like Christian bale
You both won my respect EARLY in the video dissing on fillets. So overhyped and overpriced
Chefing and longer nails don’t mix