Laku was created in 2021 by Samereh, an Iranian chef hailing from the northern region of Iran, renowned for its lush rice paddies. Samereh expresses her culinary identity through a rustic yet inventive cuisine, deeply rooted in her Iranian heritage and enriched by her firsthand knowledge of Italian cooking. Her refined sense of presentation elevates each dish, creating a harmony between tradition and innovation.

Driven by her passion for cooking, Samereh seeks to craft unique dining experiences, seamlessly blending traditional Persian flavours with modern sensibilities. Her cuisine is defined by honesty, excitement, and a focus on delightful flavors, with meticulous attention to detail that sets it apart.

Combining her engineering background with her culinary expertise, Samereh is a self-taught chef who now specialises in private dinners and special events, while also holding a solid reputation as a cook in a renowned restaurant.