Water From The ROC

Shell Restaurant’s Secret Weapon: Chef Marko’s Raw & Real Story

Fremel and Marké Season 3

In this inspiring episode of ‪@WaterFromTheRoc‬ we sit down with Chef Marko, the right-hand man to Chef Cruz and sous chef of the soon-to-open Shell Restaurant. From overcoming racism and bullying growing up in Rochester to finding his purpose in the kitchen, Marko’s story is one of resilience, mentorship, and passion.

He opens up about his deep bond with Chef Cruz, the lessons he’s learned working in the high-stakes world of fine dining, and how food became his saving grace. Whether you’re into culinary stories, personal growth, or just real talk—this one hits home.



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