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Chef Vikas Khanna: The Man Who Made the World Fall in Love with India

Timestamps:

0:01 - Coming up
0:57 - Our guest today
1:45 - Losing Lawrence garden & starting from scratch
4:32 - deciding to be a chef in conservative times
7:34 - why Vikas Khanna calls Bungalow his last restaurant
12:22 - the Unveiling of Konark Wheel
15:45 - Slamming the BBC racism
21:26 - the purpose of an artist
24:12 - becoming a filmmaker & author
25:33 - Sikhism, Seva & The Holy Kitchen
27:22 - obsession with exploring India
27:53 - making his mother proud
30:00 - why 2025 the biggest year of his life
31:12 - losing his sister Radhika
34:20 - working with Chef Gordan Ramsay & MasterChef
35:36 - Rapid Fire Round
37:54 - most challenging dish of his life



What does it take to go from a quiet boy in the lanes of Amritsar to a name celebrated across the globe? In this captivating episode of The Grain Talk Show, we sit down with Vikas Khanna, the culinary genius who has not just redefined Indian cuisine but brought it to the world stage in the most extraordinary way.

With eight consecutive Michelin stars under his belt and iconic restaurants like Kinara in Dubai and Bungalow in New York (recently honored with the Michelin 2024 Bib Gourmand), Chef Vikas has had a rollercoaster journey -from battling racism, navigating cultural barriers, and fighting to serve Indian cuisine at the global table, his story is as heartwarming as it is inspiring.

What drives a man to celebrate his homeland with such passion? For Chef Vikas, it’s love—love for his country, love for his craft, and love for the people who believed in him. And his creations? They’re not just dishes; they’re stories—of spices, traditions, and India’s soulful heritage.

Discover how Vikas has hosted presidents, wowed critics, and stayed rooted in his Indian identity even while conquering the world. Prepare to be moved, inspired, and filled with pride as you dive into the life of the chef who’s not just representing India globally but defending and elevating its culinary legacy. Trust us, This one, you don’t want to miss!

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