Famous Indian Chefs

Indian food is admired all over the world because of its rich spices and tantalizing tastes. One of the reasons that Indian food is so popular today is the innovative Indian chefs who have put immense effort into introducing our meals to the world. These chefs have transformed local recipes into international hits. They demonstrate both the breadth and depth of Indian food, and they inspire young chefs to try new and interesting things. Also Read: The Rise of Indian Women in Culinary World: A New Era of Master Chefs In this blog, we will take a look at some of the most famous Indian chefs and their astonishing contributions, which brought Indian cooking to the world map. The Trailblazers of Indian Cuisine Sanjeev Kapoor — The Master of Indian Kitchens Indian chefs have the visionary Sanjeev Kapoor, whose name resonates worldwide. Through his role as the host of the legendary food show Khana Khazana (which ran for over 17 years), he brought Indian households an approach to top-notch culinary skills and inspired millions to see cooking as an art. Renowned for his friendly demeanor and down-to-earth style, he made cooking easy and fun for all ages. Cookbooks by Sanjeev Kapoor, notably How to Cook Indian and The Yellow Chilli Cookbook, are trusted references for fans of Indian cooking worldwide. His various restaurants, including The Yellow Chilli and Signature by Sanjeev Kapoor, have successfully showcased the essence of Indian food to national and international audiences, thereby elevating the perception of Indian cuisine on a global scale. Madhur Jaffrey—The Queen of Indian Cooking One of the people credited with introducing Indian food to the West is Madhur Jaffrey. Through her bestselling books, including An Invitation to Indian Cooking, and widely watched television series, Indian Cookery, she rendered Indian recipes accessible to international audiences. Writings earned her accolades, including the James Beard Foundation Award, while helping preserve traditional Indian recipes. Ranveer Brar — The Flavour Innovator of Modern India A great culinary visionary who actually transformed Indian cuisine with major contemporary creativity. As the best chef in MasterChef India and host of Flavors of India, Chef Ranveer Brar has blended traditional spices with modern techniques for creating globally loved dishes like Paneer Tikka Roll and Masala Makhana. He has his own space, which includes Ranveer Brar’s Kitchen along with partnerships with brands like PepsiCo.  He celebrates Indian food traditions and pushes the boundaries of cultural cuisines and gives them a slight modern touch and a lot more. With having some of the award-winning cookbooks and viral social content, Ranveer has given a great touch to Indian cuisine that’s modern yet tasty, while making these cuisines accessible along with being relevant worldwide—thus providing tradition plus innovation that actually can coexist.  Pankaj Bhadouria—The Heartbeat of Indian Home Cooking One of the trusted names in Indian households that have turned everyday cooking into a true joyful ritual. While working on MasterChef India and with her YouTube channel, she has actually simplified cooking and brought complicated and classic recipes to everyone’s tables. Her well-thought-out and simply laid-out process of creating a cuisine has created a great following online.  Her warm & relatable style and direct focus on authentic flavors have actually made her a common name in households for generations. Chef Pankaj has proved that great foods do not need different fancy tools—they just need patience, love, and a twist of desi masala. She is much more than a chef and has become the soul of Indian households. Jiggs Kalra – The Magician of Culinary Revival Jiggs Kalra is widely credited with putting Indian gourmet cuisine on the world map. He devoted his life to resurrecting dishes that had all but disappeared, and documenting recipes that would otherwise be lost, all making sure they would be passed down through the generations. Jiggs changed the face of Indian dining by elevating classics into fine dining experiences that have long inspired chefs around the world. Contemporary Icons in the Culinary World Vikas Khanna is a Global Food Ambassador Vikas Khanna is a Michelin-star chef who has made Indian cuisine popular around the world. As the face behind the popular Indian restaurant Junoon in New York, as well as the host of MasterChef India, Vikas is a household name. His philanthropic projects and films like The Last Color reflect not just his range but their ethos of rooting themselves in India. Gaggan Anand – Picasso Of Modern Indian Fusions Far away from home and notorious for pushing the envelope, Gaggan Anand has shaken up Indian cuisine with his Bangkok restaurant, Gaggan. His distinctive style of fusion dishes cemented his restaurant’s position among the best in Asia for years on end. Combining traditional Indian tastes with modern cooking methods, Gaggan has changed the world view of Indian food. Manish Mehrotra – Contemporary but Traditional The genius behind Indian Accent, Manish Mehrotra, has turned Indian food into an avant-garde art form. His reinterpretation of classic dishes with progressive chefs has raised the bar for Indian fine dining. Signature dishes such as “Daulat Ki Chaat” and “Meetha Achaar Ribs” show his ability to blend the new with the old. Innovators in Baking and Fusion Cuisine Saransh Goila – God of Butter Chicken Famous around the world for his Goila Butter Chicken, a sophisticated version of the traditional Indian delicacy, Saransh Goila has built his culinary career around the dish. He’s the youngest celebrity chef and has done global tours promoting regional Indian cooking. His book, India on My Platter, and a show like Roti Rasta Aur India amply demonstrate his passion for Indian culinary heritage. Ritu Dalmia – Mixing Italian and Indian Ingredients Ritu Dalmia has made her mark with a blend of Indian and Italian food. As founder of Diva Restaurants, she has transformed European dining in India. Unsurprisingly, works like Italian Khana illustrate just how perfectly Indian masalas can align with world flavors, gaining her accolades here and abroad. Female Chefs Making a Mark Tarla Dalal – The Vegetarian