Meet Amir, a light-hearted first-year engineering student at the University of Waterloo. Known for his playful sense of humor and his love for spicy food, Amir has a reputation among his friends for challenging them to eat the hottest dishes he can find. His comment about "lazeez" (Arabic for delicious) reflects his enthusiasm for good food—and his understanding of the inevitable aftermath of indulging in it. Balancing his studies with a part-time job at a local restaurant, Amir aims to create a fusion food startup in the future, inspired by his diverse cultural background.