Paul Iskov

Paul ‘Yoda’ Iskov is the Head Chef of Fervor, a unique dining experience he established to connect people with local ingredients, many of which have been marginalised due to food inequalities. Passionate about sustainability, First Nations rights, and local excellence, Yoda has dedicated himself to training young chefs, sharing the pleasures and challenges of high-end cooking, and emphasising the importance of thoughtful production and taste.

With experience in some of the world’s best restaurants, including Amuse in Perth, Noma in Copenhagen, DOM in São Paulo, and Pujol in Mexico City, Yoda brings a wealth of knowledge to his culinary endeavours. Despite his global experience, Yoda holds a special affinity for the coastline of Noongar Country, particularly near Kinjarling in the Great Southern, where he often finds solace in the water, his second home.