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Romana Husain: Inspiring Desi of the Day

February 27, 2024 / / 0 Comments

Romana Husain is a culinary prodigy. She started out as a home baker and made custom cakes for birthdays, weddings and other fancy events. Later, she decided to go to culinary school. Her focus initially was pastry arts and then Husain went for industry training at the Four Seasons Hotel, Johannesburg in 2012.

She has worked with three Michelin star chef Dirk Gieselmann and upon moving to the Middle East was approached by Masala TV for her own show called Bake at Home that ran for three seasons. The chef now runs and manages her own business called The Bake Studio Pantry and an e-commerce store by the same name.

Pippali, NYC: Restaurant of the Day

February 27, 2024 / / 0 Comments

As one of the leading Indian catering services, Pippali offers catering in New York, New Jersey, and beyond, helping create special moments for various occasions such as weddings, corporate events, private parties, and seminars. We will make every effort to make your experience enjoyable and memorable

Chef Shai Qazi: Inspiring Desi of the Day

February 26, 2024 / / 0 Comments

Chef Shai Qazi, a globally renowned culinary expert from Pakistan, has mastered a diverse array of cuisines including French, Italian, Asian, Mediterranean, and Indian. Her rise to fame began with her show “Simply Shai” on Masala TV, quickly garnering widespread popularity and becoming highly accessible to viewers. Born and raised in Quetta, a small city in Baluchistan, Qazi initially pursued studies and obtained a master’s degree in Botany. However, fueled by her passion for culinary experimentation, she ultimately chose cooking as her career path. Throughout her journey, she has extensively traveled the world, immersing herself in various food traditions and acquiring diverse culinary skills, all of which she integrates into her cooking shows and practices.

Dunya Kabab House, Brooklyn: Restaurant of the Day

February 26, 2024 / / 0 Comments

Dunya Kabab House is an Afghan restaurant located at 696 Coney Island Ave, Kensington, Brooklyn, New York. Mohammed Ghiasi is the owner and operator of Dunya Kabab House, which is one of Brooklyn’s few Afghan restaurants. You’ll want to start with a platter of Dunya’s delicious mantu, steamed dumplings bursting with seasoned ground beef, onion, and cilantro.

Maryam Motiwala: Inspiring Desi of the Day

February 25, 2024 / / 0 Comments

Maryam Motiwala initially began baking as a hobby from her home kitchen and has since transitioned to a prestigious boulangerie in DHA, Karachi, where she indulges in crafting exquisite desserts and pastries throughout the day. What began as a leisurely pursuit swiftly evolved into her fervent passion. She extended her baking expertise to conduct summer camp sessions for children, subsequently launching a home-based business

Mariam Sodawater: Inspiring Desi of the Day

February 24, 2024 / / 0 Comments

Mariam is the author, recipe developer, and food photographer at Recipe52. She is a passionate home chef dedicated to sharing authentic North Indian and Pakistani cuisine. She believes in simple recipes and easy-to-find ingredients. Seasonal fruits, herbs, and veggies are her favorite ingredients to create a fresh and healthy taste.

Chef Mahendra Khairiya: Inspiring Desi of the Day

February 23, 2024 / / 0 Comments

Chef Mahendra did his graduation from Delhi University and he completed his Hotel Management from Culinary Institute of Hotel & Tourism Management Dehradun (UK) India. He started his career at very early age and end up becoming Executive chef at the age of 23 which is considered a big achievement for him. He has been offering his services as a judge at India’s No.1 Culinary TV Show – MASTER CHEF OF INDIA for season 1, 2, 3 as well as JUNIOR MASTER CHEF OF INDIA. He is involved in motivating the young chefs of India and chef fraternity through Seminar and Workshops conducted by Indian Culinary Forum. Chef Mahendra has worked for some of the world’s most recognized hotel brands in India such as Marriot Group Of Hotels, Hyatt Group Of Hotels, Taj Group Of Hotels, Jaypee Group Of Hotels , Sarovar Group of Hotels and few more.

Being a dedicated trainer by nature, which he believed was the greatest inheritance from his parents; Chef Mahendra has constantly involved himself in the company’s corporate trainings and has developed many young talents throughout his Twenty(20) years in the India He also conducts training in India for young hoteliers. He is actively participating on activities with the Indian Culinary Forum Chefs society as well as the WACS (World Associations of Chefs Society).

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