What inspired you to become a chef?
Destiny bring me to this profession. I was from science background and fortunately or unfortunately now I am a chef, God wants me to wear a white coat but not doctors one the chef jacket. Later the person who inspired to become a chef was my Uncle Mr Vimal Panwar.
What is the one cuisine that you are most comfortable cooking? Enjoy the most?
Being an Executive Pastry Chef, I even enjoy cooking sustainable Indian food. Plating simplest and authentic food with twist and art on plate is my passion and I enjoy it most. I can keep plating all day and night.
When are you happiest at work?
The most important part of your work is Feedback. No matter if it’s positive or negative (and then you will know what you have to change) feedback represents a very important instrument for measuring the quality of your work. And a complete feedback that has only the best intentions can transform your day in a very productive and cheerful one.
Is there a chef you admire the most? Who and why?
Chef Frank Haasnoot. His realistic and close to nature work with a great finish . His chocolate work is eye opener for any of the Pastry Chef . I follow him every day and try to implement the same in my work too.
Who do you love cooking for the most?
My family and GOD. For me every Guest is GOD. I also have cooked for:-
Bollywood Celebrities like Shahrukh Khan, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, Anil Kapoor, Irfan Khan, Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Farhan Akhtar, Ranbir Kapoor, Sunny Leone, Ranveer Singh, Miss World Manushi Chillar.
Sportsman– Sachin Tendulkar, Mohammad Azharuddin, Chris Gayle, Gautam Gambhir & Suresh Raina.