Oriental Spice

If I didn’t become a chef,I would have probably done a government job. I have always had a fascination for working for the government. As to which field I would work in,I have no idea.

Apart from salt,which ingredient is the most important?

As far as Thai dishes are concerned,after salt,the most important ingredient is lemon grass.

Which method of cooking is the healthiest?

For me,the healthiest method of cooking is the stir-fry technique.

Which cuisine of food do you personally prefer?

I love Thai food,which is why I entered the profession in the first place!

Do you think Puneites experiment with their food?

Not really. They might have one or two dishes that are ‘different’,but by and large,they like to stick to an Indian taste.

Which dish can most aptly be called the representative of Indian cuisine?

Dal Makhni with butter naan is common all over the world,and can be had by both vegetarians and non-vegetarians.