Nusret Gökçe is a chef who became an internet sensation for his flamboyant way of seasoning dishes with salt. In 2017, a video of him preparing a steak went viral. Henceforth, he became known as Salt Bae. People all over the world shared memes and jokes about him — perhaps even you!
The salt that shook the world
His actual restaurants are called Nusr-Et and are known for their premium meats and luxurious atmosphere. These spots have proved incredibly popular, and meat connoisseurs travel from far and wide to enjoy the delicious dishes that Salt Bae creates.
Want to experience it yourself? Get ready to shell out 200 bucks, on average.
A pinch of greatness
Despite some criticism over the high prices at his establishments, Salt Bae remains as popular as ever. In fact, he has just announced that he will be opening a new restaurant in Tel Aviv, in the centrally located ToHA tower of the cultural capital of the country.
The chef shared the news with his over 50 million Instagram followers. He also revealed a list of future locations that includes Paris, Ibiza, Madrid, Milan, Sao Paolo, Mexico City, Buenos Aires, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Cairo. It’s an impressive expansion.
This exciting news is sure to delight foodies in Israel. Whether you’re a fan of his cooking style, his memes, or his restaurants, there’s no denying that Salt Bae is an incredibly talented chef and restaurateur who continues to captivate people around the world and we can’t wait to see what Salt Bae has in store this time!
