Sabita Radhakrishna is a food columnist, freelance writer, and textile designer. She is the author of several books, including the best-selling Annapurni: Heritage Cuisine from Tamil Nadu which was shortlisted for the prestigious Gourmand World Cookbook Awards
Richa Hingle is a Vegan/Plant-based cookbook author aka Vegan Richa on Instagram. Vegetarian Times listed her first cookbook, Vegan Richa’s Indian Kitchen: Traditional and Creative Recipes for the Home Cook (2015), as one of their “favorite” cookbooks of 2015, PETA listed it as one of “7 Must-Have Vegan Cookbooks” in 2016, Good Housekeeping named it one of the 15 best meat-free cookbooks in 2019, Women’s Health (magazine) refers to it as one of the “20 Best Vegan Cookbooks Of 2022 For Every Type Of Cuisine And Interest.”[8] VegNews named it one of the “Top 100 Vegan Cookbooks of All Time,” in 2024. VegNews listed Hingle as one of the “37 Creative Chefs Crafting the Future of Vegan Food” in 2023.
Lazeez in urdu means ‘delicious’. Lazeez is a restaurant based in Birmingham offering a modern twist on Pakistani cuisine. They have some of the best tasting Karahis, BBQ, Lamb Chops and Naan Rolls.
📍 1160 Stratford Rd, Birmingham B28 8AF, United Kingdom
Commonly known as Chef Gulzar, he is a trained international chef with his area of expertise including Pakistani, Italian, Middle Eastern, American, Asian and American cuisine. His specialty is Japanese cuisine as he got distinctive training from Japan and has worked on Japanese cookery for 12 years. Up till some time ago, Gulzar Ali never thought of becoming a professional chef but now he is one of the most prominent chefs in Pakistan.
Chokhi Dhani is a London-based premium fine-dining restaurant and lounge that provides authentic Indian food. It represents the authentic spirit of Indian culture in both cuisine and décor. Our menu is a testament to the legendary royal cuisine of Rajasthan, while also showcasing an eclectic selection of dishes from across India.
Vimarsh Patel is a food content creator/ recipe developer from Toronto who enjoys cooking delicious meals and cherishing moments with loved ones. Born in India, he relocated to Canada at a young age, later spending his teenage years back in India. This exposure to both cultures instilled in him a deep appreciation for diverse cuisines. Growing up in Canada, a multicultural melting pot, introduced him to a myriad of flavors and culinary styles, igniting his passion for cooking and exploration. You can check out his amazing recipes on www.amateurprochef.com
Ticca Tikka restaurant in London’s Shoreditch offers Halal, Vegan, and Vegetarian options on traditional Indian meals with a modern twist.
📍122 Kingsland Road E2 8DP, London
Bilal was born and raised in Toronto, Canada. His parents immigrated to Canada from Pakistan in the ‘80s. Before he began his journey into cooking and content creation, Bilal focused on his immigration law practice where he would help people all over the world immigrate to Canada. It was during the 2020 pandemic that Bilal began to share his passion for cooking on social media via his platform @Goldengully. He has authored a cookbook titled Beyond Measure: Pakistani Cooking by Feel
Indian Street food you will absolutely love! Your experience is paramount when dining with us which is why we make sure you always leave smiling. Dedicated to authenticity helps us build flavors that deliver sensational moments with every bite. Saffron Street takes street food to another level. We offer authentic Indian Street food reimagined not reinvented, served with a smile in a beautiful, warm atmosphere.
Rukmini is the author of the bestselling Roasting Tin series, selling over 1.75 million copies to date worldwide. ‘The Roasting Tin Around the World’ was named in The Sunday Times, the Guardian and the Daily Mail’s Best Cookbooks of 2020, with ‘The Green Roasting Tin’ listed as a The Sunday Times Bestseller of the Year in 2019. The Sweet Roasting Tin was listed in The Observer, BBC Good Food and Prima’s Best Cookbooks of 2021. Her latest book, ‘India Express’, focuses on quick, easy weeknight dinners, inspired by her Bengali and South Indian heritage. ‘India Express’ was listed as a Guardian Book of the Year in 2023.