Mah Traoré

chef

Mah Traoré is a skilled cook originally from the northwestern region of Mali, where she learned the art of making pastels—savory fried pastries filled with various ingredients—from her mother. Currently, she runs the kitchen at La Tablerie, a recycling hub in Belleville, Paris, where she specializes in West African cuisine. Traoré uses a traditional pastel mold to create perfectly shaped pastries filled with ingredients like tuna, garlic, and herbs, ensuring a consistent and efficient cooking process.