Digital creator and home-cooking innovator Omar El Shabrawy has built a devoted following by transforming simple ingredients into creative, approachable dishes. Known for blending authenticity with experimentation, he has inspired thousands to step into the kitchen with curiosity and confidence.
Speaking on Brain Busters with Basmah on NileFM on the 27th of October, El Shabrawy shared his journey from home cook to digital creator and the lessons he&rsquo;s learned about passion, patience, and perseverance.
How did your journey from home cook to digital creator begin?
It really started as a hobby. I just enjoyed cooking and sharing what I made. I never thought it would turn into a full-time career. But over time, I realized that people connected with the way I approached food: simple, fun, and real. That&rsquo;s when I decided to take it more seriously.
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Do you think it&rsquo;s better to start with your passion right away or build skills first?
If you start really young and already know what your passion is, that can work. But you also need to have some life experience and learn how to deal with people in different situations; that helps you take your passion further. We all spend our twenties discovering who we are. Your passion can change or evolve into something even bigger and better.
What&rsquo;s a common misconception about turning your passion into your job?
The worst advice I&rsquo;ve heard is to focus on what people will think. You have to do what works for you at that moment. Maybe you&rsquo;ll make mistakes, but that&rsquo;s part of the process. Listen to the people who genuinely care about you, but also listen to yourself and trust your gut.
How important is it to have supportive friends or a close circle during that journey?
Having friends is always a good thing, but relying on them too much isn&rsquo;t always the best approach. Sometimes they don&rsquo;t fully understand what you&rsquo;re doing. It helps to make friends or build a community with people in the same field, people who can relate to what you&rsquo;re going through and give constructive advice. It doesn&rsquo;t have to be a creative passion; even in a corporate setting, having someone who understands your world makes a big difference.
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What would you say to someone afraid to take the leap toward their passion?
You just have to take chances. Part of succeeding is failing; I really believe in trial and error. It doesn&rsquo;t feel good to fail, but it&rsquo;s how you learn and move forward. I&rsquo;d rather fail than regret not trying.
When is the right time to turn passion into a full-time job?
I don&rsquo;t think there&rsquo;s a specific age or moment. You just know when it&rsquo;s right for you. Sometimes life gives you signs; maybe you&rsquo;re bored, tired, or ready for something new. People say you should take those risks early in life, but I think it&rsquo;s never too late. Whenever it feels right, go for it.
Should passion always be about making money?
No, I don&rsquo;t think we should pursue our passion just for money. Of course, making a living is important, but if you truly love something and you&rsquo;re good at it, it can eventually become profitable. The key is balance; be realistic, but don&rsquo;t lose sight of what drives you.
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What&rsquo;s the difference between people who talk about their passion and those who live it?
The difference is action. One person learns from their mistakes and grows, while the other keeps wondering &ldquo;what if.&rdquo; You have to take chances and use the opportunities you have; otherwise, you&rsquo;ll regret it later.
How do you stay motivated when results don&rsquo;t come quickly?
Be patient. Take it one step at a time. It sounds clich&eacute;, but it&rsquo;s true. If you put too much pressure on yourself, you won&rsquo;t think clearly. Sometimes delays give you a chance to see things from a new perspective and figure out how to improve.
Finally, what advice would you give your younger self?
Take more chances. Don&rsquo;t be afraid to fail. Don&rsquo;t worry too much about what people think. Just focus on what&rsquo;s best for you, and keep discovering new things about yourself along the way.
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