DUBAI: Melvyn Ngoundo Mbappe has worked in some of the world’s most celebrated kitchens.

Having trained in Paris, he cut his teeth at two French Michelin-starred institutions: Pavillon Ledoyen and the Ritz Paris.

A stint in New York followed before Mbappe returned to Paris, then later moved to Dubai, where he helmed Yvonne, a French patisserie, and consulted for Wane Group on menu development and operational efficiency. He then founded Green Society, a healthy meal-prep concept based in Dubai, where he also serves as executive chef.

Having trained in Paris, he cut his teeth at two French Michelin-starred institutions: Pavillon Ledoyen and the Ritz Paris. (Supplied)

When you started out, what was the most common mistake you made?