Eyüp Kemal Sevinç Eyüp Kemal Sevinç is a chef, culinary educator, author and gastronomy consultant. Since beginning his professional career in 1991, he has built a body of work spanning international competitions, the Turkish National Culinary Team, television and publishing. He founded EKS Mutfak Akademisi in 2011, bringing his experience into professional education and consulting. His career includes more than 100 awards and medals and culinary work representing Turkish cuisine in over 20 countries.