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“Anything That Is Stressful Excites Me” – Chef Sashi Cheliah In Candid Conversation With NDTV Food
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“Anything That Is Stressful Excites Me” – Chef Sashi Cheliah In Candid Conversation With NDTV Food

[ad_1] In 2018, Sashi Cheliah made history by becoming the first Indian-origin contestant to win MasterChef Australia. The Singapore-born chef with Indian roots has a fascinating origin story. Before rising to global fame, he used to work for the police and provided high-profile protection as part of a special force. On the show, he enchanted judges and audiences, breaking records with his aromatic creations. He went on to open restaurants in Melbourne, Adelaide, and Chennai. His Indian establishment, the Pandan Club, shines a spotlight on the niche delicacies of Peranakan cuisine.Chef Sashi was in the country recently for a series of pop-up experiences. We caught up with him at the St. Regis in Mumbai, where he curated a special meal as part of a collaboration between World On A Plate a...
From Langar Halls To Old Delhi Streets: A Look Into Matt Preston And Gary Mehigan’s Delhi Food Trip
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From Langar Halls To Old Delhi Streets: A Look Into Matt Preston And Gary Mehigan’s Delhi Food Trip

[ad_1] Australian food critic and writer Matt Preston, along with chef and restaurateur Gary Mehigan, is on a culinary journey in India, exploring cities like Delhi and Agra. The duo, who became household names in India after serving as judges on the cooking show 'MasterChef Australia,' are fascinated with Indian food. During their visit, they tried many iconic foods from the streets of Old Delhi. Preston and Chef Mehigan's Instagram handles are flooded with their foodie adventures in Delhi. From spicy snacks and melt-in-mouth sweets in Old Delhi to learning about Gurudwara's langar kitchen, their Delhi food adventure is wholesome! Let's take a look.In the first clip, you can see the duo exploring Delhi street food and enjoying Daulat ki chaat, matar kulcha, nankhatai served on a newspap...
MasterChef Australia Contestant’s Avocado Twist On Pani Puri Sparks Mixed Reactions
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MasterChef Australia Contestant’s Avocado Twist On Pani Puri Sparks Mixed Reactions

[ad_1] Pani puri is one of the most popular street foods in India. Cripy puris with chane, aloo, and sweet and tangy water make our mouths burst with flavour. Doesn't it? However, recently, the humble pani puri took a whirlwind trip around the globe, all thanks to the creativity of Aditi Nevgi, a participant in MasterChef Australia Season 15. Aditi decided to give pani puri a Mexican makeover. She went all out and stuffed avocado and salmon roe inside those crispy little puris. A fusion of flavours that's enough to make any foodie's heart skip a beat! Aditi's Mexican twist on pani puri had the judges of MasterChef Australia jumping with joy, but back in India, the reactions on Twitter were like a rollercoaster ride.Also Read: "End Of The World Is Near": Man Adds Mango Pulp To Pani PuriFi...
Chef Kishwar Chowdhury On Mumbai Street Food, Dal Chawal, Diversity In The Kitchens And More
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Chef Kishwar Chowdhury On Mumbai Street Food, Dal Chawal, Diversity In The Kitchens And More

[ad_1] Chef Kishwar Chowdhury wowed judges all through Masterchef Australia 2021, right up to the finale. She is of Bangladeshi heritage, and also boasts of an Indian family connection. Kishwar has been lauded for bringing global attention to Bengali cuisine and famously served Panta Bhaat with Aloo Bharta in the finale of the popular cooking show. Recently, we had a chance to briefly chat with Kishwar at an event at The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai. She had curated an extensive menu for the Invest and Trade Western Australia networking Karyakram dinner, showcasing Western Australian produce with a desi twist.Western Australia Lamb Rezala with Ulta Tawa Paratha, curated by Chef Kishwar. Photo Credit: Toshita SahniWe feasted on delicacies like avocado pani puri, makhmali chicken pate,...
MasterChef Australia Judge Jock Zonfrillo Passes Away At 46
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MasterChef Australia Judge Jock Zonfrillo Passes Away At 46

[ad_1] Award-winning chef and MasterChef Australia judge Jock Zonfrillo passed away at the age of 46. The news was shared on Monday and it sent shockwaves through the food industry. He is survived by his wife and four children. The reason for death has not been stated yet. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Zonfrillo started working in kitchens during his teenage years. He worked under chef Marco Pierre White in London and then moved to Australia in the late 90s. The news was also shared by the official handle of MasterChef Australia. Take a look:Network 10 and Endemol Shine Australia are deeply shocked and saddened at the sudden loss of Jock Zonfrillo, a beloved member of the MasterChef Australia family. Jock passed away in Melbourne yesterday.MasterChef Australia will not air this week. pic.tw...