Today December 2nd, 23 years ago I moved to the U.S.
One of the biggest decisions I made in my life.
Leaving everything that was mine & familiar to start all over again.
Fell in love with Manhattan. It gave me the power to bring Indian Cuisine & Culture to the World’s biggest platforms.
Some of the biggest highlights remain-
1. Selling food on the streets of NY.
2. Cooking at James Beard with my sister Radha behind me.
3. Radha’s Graduation from FIT.
4. Cooking for 4 American Presidents.
5. Working with Gordon Ramsay.
6. Working with my mentor-friend Eric Ripert
7. Serving more than 80 Million Meals from NY during pandemic.
8. Launching 41 books with the most varied subjects.
9. Winning a Michelin Star
10. Standing applause for THE LAST COLOR at United Nations Headquarters.
Today December 2nd, 23 years ago I moved to the U.S.
One of the biggest decisions I made in my life.
Leaving everything that was mine & familiar to start all over again.
Fell in love with Manhattan. It gave me the power to bring Indian Cuisine & Culture to the World’s biggest platforms.
Some of the biggest highlights remain-
1. Selling food on the streets of NY.
2. Cooking at James Beard with my sister Radha behind me.
3. Radha’s Graduation from FIT.
4. Cooking for 4 American Presidents.
5. Working with Gordon Ramsay.
6. Working with my mentor-friend Eric Ripert
7. Serving more than 80 Million Meals from NY during pandemic.
8. Launching 41 books with the most varied subjects.
9. Winning a Michelin Star
10. Standing applause for THE LAST COLOR at United Nations Headquarters.
Today December 2nd, 23 years ago I moved to the U.S.
One of the biggest decisions I made in my life.
Leaving everything that was mine & familiar to start all over again.
Fell in love with Manhattan. It gave me the power to bring Indian Cuisine & Culture to the World’s biggest platforms.
Some of the biggest highlights remain-
1. Selling food on the streets of NY.
2. Cooking at James Beard with my sister Radha behind me.
3. Radha’s Graduation from FIT.
4. Cooking for 4 American Presidents.
5. Working with Gordon Ramsay.
6. Working with my mentor-friend Eric Ripert
7. Serving more than 80 Million Meals from NY during pandemic.
8. Launching 41 books with the most varied subjects.
9. Winning a Michelin Star
10. Standing applause for THE LAST COLOR at United Nations Headquarters.
What a magical day. Shooting with ONE & ONLY Gordon Ramsay. Ofcourse it had to be SRK POSE. Ofcourse Gordon is a huge fan too. #KingKhan #GordonRamsay
No words can express our gratitude for all the love you showered for Bungalow Opening Day. Having cooking for 40 years, I’ve never ever seen anything like this before. ❤️ We had more than 1000 people who came in pouring rain & freezing temperatures from around the U.S. From my heart I want to apologize for those who couldn’t dine with us. I’m so so sorry. We have a limited seating at the restaurant. Our reservations will open on Mar 25th (11 am). Today and tomorrow will be again first come first serve with limited seating. Love & Regards, Team Bungalow
So many of my friends in American media messaged me saying words like – WOW – Goddess – Queen.
Deepika Padukone becomes the first Indian actor to attend The Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles.
Three words – Pride. Grace. Dignity.
#Respect #India
CTC pickle aka Carrot-Turnip-Cauliflower was one of the aromas of winters for me.
Every Punjabi home has their own version, but I love this recipe.
Tip-
1. Roasting cumin, fennel & mustards seeds is crucial for the smoky flavor.
2. Cooking ginger-garlic paste separately & then adding it to softened onions is a better technique.
3. Deglazing the pan with vinegar (I used apple cider vinegar for a little floral note)
4. No need to cook the vegetables. Just add them into the onion mixture & mix well. Cover & let it cook without heat. It helps in more crunchy texture.
5. Transfer it in a clean jar & let it sit in the Sun for at least 3 to 4 days (if you are patient enough). New York, New York
10 Days To Go!
One of the most important questions students in culinary schools ask me, “what’s more important passion or hard-work?”
I’ll have to say that it about the balance of passion, hard-work & most importantly DISCIPLINE.
Biggest talent is discipline & dedication. ❤️ New York, New York
On Christmas Eve 2000, I landed in the queue outside 90 Lafayette Street, Bowery Mission (formerly known as New York Rescue Mission). The oldest homeless shelter in the U.S.
This was a low time of my life & in my mind between freezing New York & a lonely immigrant heart I had decided to leave New York for good.
Suddenly a woman hands me a blanket & wished me Merry Christmas. I went downstairs & had a Christmas feast & a few residents sang carols.
It felt like home.
I stayed there for a few weeks, worked in the kitchen & made a new family that uplifted my soul.
I got some catering orders of Dhoklas & it helped me stand on my feet.
So, every time I begin a new venture…I want to honor my favorite place, my first home in the city.
Thank you everyone for accepting my invitation & honoring my kitchen at @bungalowny
6 Days To Go!
Thank you @dancexstudio_ & amazing team.
Today, we did the FIRST TASTING of @bungalowny menu. It is always considered sacred & auspicious to every kitchen. ❤️
I don’t have enough words to express my gratitude for THE MOST ICONIC CHEFS IN AMERICA & our mothers to be there in support of India.
Thank you @ericripert @danielboulud @roni.mazumdar @chefchintan @maneeshkgoyal @chef.vijayakumar @chefsujans @ashferbiju
@markusglocker @katherinegageboulud @sandraripert @priyakrishna
Thank you @vahdamindia for adding amazing flavors.
7 Days To Go..
As @bungalowny gets ready to open its doors to the World. I wanted to look back at this moment & many like these when I represented India to the World.
In some ways it has been a long journey & I feel that the World is shifting towards Indian Cuisine. ❤️🇮🇳🇺🇸
Salute to millions of home cooks-chefs-authors-restaurateurs who came before us and created our foundation & to the infinite who are getting ready.
9 Days To Go! New York, New York
Today we had an amazing prayer dance to honor the land on which Bungalow is built.
The dance begins with Odissi’s trikhandi (three-fold) pranam seeking the blessings of Mother earth (the ancient ritual of bhoomi pranam), the gods, gurus and seniors.
Performances by Surati for Performing Arts choreographed and led by Founder and Artistic Director Rimli Roy.
Indian dance movements based on Odissi classical dance from the State of Orissa characterized by its subtle torso movements, asymmetrical stances like tribhangi made of three body bends and fluid wristwork.
Surati company dancers included Reba Browne, Jeevika Bhat, Tanvi Chandak and Annie Renita.
8 Days To Go…
A very powerful animated short film that celebrates diversity – AMERICAN SIKH.
A story with a big message of compassion & embracing uniqueness.
Please watch & spread the message of love & harmony.
Forever grateful to @deepakchopra for your love & support.
AmericanSikhFilm.com New York, New York
Finally made it to @bungalowny before the arrival of our baby girl… @vikaskhannagroup meeting you was definetely the cherry on the cake 🥰🥰 and guess what, right after the meal that we were served with so much love and heartfelt blessings, our baby girl decided to arrive 15 days early making this our actual last meal just before her entry to the world!!! Forget about merely kicking after your food, she just couldn’t wait to meet you in person with all her excited taste buds 🥰🥰🥰 #bunglownyc #lastmealbeforepopping #babygirl #vikaskhanna #foodieforlife
Finally made it to @bungalowny before the arrival of our baby girl… @vikaskhannagroup meeting you was definetely the cherry on the cake 🥰🥰 and guess what, right after the meal that we were served with so much love and heartfelt blessings, our baby girl decided to arrive 15 days early making this our actual last meal just before her entry to the world!!! Forget about merely kicking after your food, she just couldn’t wait to meet you in person with all her excited taste buds 🥰🥰🥰 #bunglownyc #lastmealbeforepopping #babygirl #vikaskhanna #foodieforlife
Finally made it to @bungalowny before the arrival of our baby girl… @vikaskhannagroup meeting you was definetely the cherry on the cake 🥰🥰 and guess what, right after the meal that we were served with so much love and heartfelt blessings, our baby girl decided to arrive 15 days early making this our actual last meal just before her entry to the world!!! Forget about merely kicking after your food, she just couldn’t wait to meet you in person with all her excited taste buds 🥰🥰🥰 #bunglownyc #lastmealbeforepopping #babygirl #vikaskhanna #foodieforlife
Finally made it to @bungalowny before the arrival of our baby girl… @vikaskhannagroup meeting you was definetely the cherry on the cake 🥰🥰 and guess what, right after the meal that we were served with so much love and heartfelt blessings, our baby girl decided to arrive 15 days early making this our actual last meal just before her entry to the world!!! Forget about merely kicking after your food, she just couldn’t wait to meet you in person with all her excited taste buds 🥰🥰🥰 #bunglownyc #lastmealbeforepopping #babygirl #vikaskhanna #foodieforlife
Bringing our heritage to the World through cuisine & culture.
Tomorrow we will showcase one of our signature appetizers.
Any guesses what are those cones?
10 Days To Go! ❤️
We are overwhelmed by so much love & wishes for Bungalow globally.
We have hundreds of requests from artists & groups who want to perform or collaborate for the opening ceremony. We are honored to highlight so many artists everyday.
So now on, our reels will begin daily with a glimpse of performances until Mar 23rd.
Today’s dance is Kuchipudi by iconic @kanikachaddagupta (a dear friend of Radha) & her adorable daughter Suhana Gupta.
Kuchipudi is a classical Indian dance known for its graceful movements and expressive storytelling. Originating from Andhra Pradesh, it combines dance, music, and drama, often drawing inspiration from Hindu mythology.
Today’s signature dish is Shrimp Balchao Cones which were inspired by cream puffs from India. (A childhood favorite gets a savory twist)
Academy Award Winner Guneet Monga Kapoor & 6 Times Michelin Star Awarded Chef Vikas Khanna celebrate American Sikh. @americansikhfilm
A short animated film that embraces inclusivity & uniqueness.
Watch the film for a limited time (link in the bio) & spread & share the message of love.
2 special screenings coming up in New York with conversations with Vishavjit Singh, Ryan Westra & Vikas Khanna.
Asia Society.
Thu 14 Dec 2023
6:30 – 10 p.m.
725 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10021
Rubin Museum of Art.
Sat 16 Dec
4.30 – 5.30 p.m.
150 West 17th Street, New York, NY 10011. New York, New York
Academy Award Winner Guneet Monga Kapoor & 6 Times Michelin Star Awarded Chef Vikas Khanna celebrate American Sikh. @americansikhfilm
A short animated film that embraces inclusivity & uniqueness.
Watch the film for a limited time (link in the bio) & spread & share the message of love.
2 special screenings coming up in New York with conversations with Vishavjit Singh, Ryan Westra & Vikas Khanna.
Asia Society.
Thu 14 Dec 2023
6:30 – 10 p.m.
725 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10021
Rubin Museum of Art.
Sat 16 Dec
4.30 – 5.30 p.m.
150 West 17th Street, New York, NY 10011. New York, New York
Academy Award Winner Guneet Monga Kapoor & 6 Times Michelin Star Awarded Chef Vikas Khanna celebrate American Sikh. @americansikhfilm
A short animated film that embraces inclusivity & uniqueness.
Watch the film for a limited time (link in the bio) & spread & share the message of love.
2 special screenings coming up in New York with conversations with Vishavjit Singh, Ryan Westra & Vikas Khanna.
Asia Society.
Thu 14 Dec 2023
6:30 – 10 p.m.
725 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10021
Rubin Museum of Art.
Sat 16 Dec
4.30 – 5.30 p.m.
150 West 17th Street, New York, NY 10011. New York, New York
Academy Award Winner Guneet Monga Kapoor & 6 Times Michelin Star Awarded Chef Vikas Khanna celebrate American Sikh. @americansikhfilm
A short animated film that embraces inclusivity & uniqueness.
Watch the film for a limited time (link in the bio) & spread & share the message of love.
2 special screenings coming up in New York with conversations with Vishavjit Singh, Ryan Westra & Vikas Khanna.
Asia Society.
Thu 14 Dec 2023
6:30 – 10 p.m.
725 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10021
Rubin Museum of Art.
Sat 16 Dec
4.30 – 5.30 p.m.
150 West 17th Street, New York, NY 10011. New York, New York
