Hungary for More

The 41-year-old chef traces his love for cooking back to his childhood when he would observe his mother cook for the family. Growing up,he decided that it was what he wanted to do too. So he attended Gundel Károly Catering School to learn all the tricks of the trade. The more he learnt,the more he loved his vocation. “I wouldn’t mind waking up in the middle of the night to cook a meal. Passion for food turns a chef from being a good cook to an amazing cook. It can also make a street vendor an amazing cook and without passion a well trained cook’s food can be tasteless,” he says.

This passion has taken him places. “I have had the privilege of cooking for many royal families of Europe but my special memory is of a time about 10 years ago,when I cooked for the Japanese Emperor,who was visiting Hungary. That was a great challenge and opportunity,” says Schreiner.

Being able to visit India and cook for its people is another opportunity that the chef has long looked forward to. “I have heard a lot about Indian cuisine and how much people love to eat. Indian cuisine is both a culinary and a spiritual experience,” he shares,adding that he is looking forward to trying traditional dishes that India has to offer.

The chef will be visiting Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat and Spa near Pune from May 31 to June 6