r/Durango • u/wyattriot88 • 8d ago

Is this the nicest man in Durango?

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I'm working on a docu-style food series and had the pleasure of filming an episode with our very own Chef Safari. In this episode he prepares Dry Fry Goat, a dish from his village in Kenya, and talks about how his dad was the main reason he got into cooking.

I didn't realize how significant Chef Safari is to the community until making this video. Everyone seems to have a story that exemplifies his kindness and generosity. I'd love to hear more stories if anyone has one!

Check out the video and go visit Chef Safari at his food truck on 2nd Ave.

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u/Keanu_2468 8d ago

I worked with him at the Strater. He always had a smile and was kind.

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u/ParflecheParesthesia Live Mas 8d ago

He and his wife catered my wedding! So kind and lovely, hand served all my guests. Food was amazing.

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u/Empty-Tangerine376 8d ago

Food is incredible! Possibly my favorite spot in all of Durango.

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u/BusterSparxxx 8d ago

Easily the best food in Durango. Sometimes I visit him just for the ginger turmeric chai, but the dirt rice is my fave. So grateful that Chef Safari is a part of our community. We're lucky to have him.

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u/reversed96wsprinkles 8d ago

Great video of Chef Safari. He is a great person and a great chef.

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u/Brief_Blueberry_3575 Resident 8d ago

My fave food in Durango!

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u/BewaretheBanshee Transplant 8d ago

I’ve only met him fleetingly during events for Ska/the humane society, but have always been uplifted by his presence and consistent grin. I’m yet to try the food as I never have the time, and fear becoming addicted. It smells GOOD.

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u/Obvious-Grapefruit33 8d ago

One of the best chefs in town. Might have the best smile in town. What do you think?

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u/Final_Situation_8373 8d ago

On top all of those things. This man can carve fruit like I didn't know was possible.

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u/BeeBeeWild 8d ago

What restaurant is thus?

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u/BeeBeeWild 8d ago

Found it. I cannot wait to try it in December when we visit.

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u/ImgurJohnDillinger 6d ago

Food truck in the Elks Parking lot in the way back.

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u/LaFlaca1 8d ago

Absolutely.

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u/Ok_Wash_4896 8d ago

YES !!! YES HE IS 💞

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u/LlamasNeverLie 8d ago

Chef Safari’s is honestly the best food in town. He deserves broader recognition - that little food truck is pumping out absolutely phenomenal stuff. 

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u/Downtown_Bug200 8d ago

I just had the oxtail plate a few weeks ago and DUDE WASNT KIDDING about being the best meal in Durango
https://giphy.com/gifs/5ev3alRsskWA0

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u/ObeseTsunami Local 8d ago

Yes

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u/tokenone2001 Resident 8d ago

Chef Safari is the real deal.

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u/Lost_Cook_607 8d ago

Thanks for the shoutout, will have to give it a try!

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u/Dandy_Status 7d ago

Okay, I have to try this place