Author: Chef Davinder Kumar

A connoisseur in the art of cooking, a perfectionist to the core, a strict disciplinarian, and a true leader, Chef Davinder Kumar – Chef DK for close friends, colleagues & associates – has played a key role in bringing the chef’s profession and the artists behind it recognition and rewards. Chef DK has played a vital role in promoting Indian cuisine globally. A national tourism award winner himself, he was the master brain behind the most popular annual Chef Awards, the mega annual event of ICF into a brand over the years.

Minestrone Milanese

When they say you don’t drink your soup, but you eat it, they were talking about ‘Minestrone’ soup. Here’s the heartwarming recipe! Enjoy!

When the World Romances the Indian Curry

Curry is an emotion that has crossed borders. Suzuki’s Curry Love, reinforces the fact that the world does speak a universal curry language!

Wedding Curries: A Journey of Taste, Tradition, and Togetherness

Chef Davinder Kumar, with a buffet in the backgorund

India’s wedding season arrives each year like a vibrant festival; colourful, loud, joyous, and wonderfully indulgent heroing the curries.

From Temple Kitchens to 5-Star Buffets

In ancient India, where travel was arduous and pilgrims walked for days, temple kitchens were the beating heart of hospitality. Read on!

‘Tis Time To Document That ‘Something’

Document Every Bit of Your Culinary Creations Today – Before It’s Too Late. That’s the way you can create a legacy. Bite by Bite!

Curry As Culture

Curry As Culture – Is It Connection? Is It Nostalgia? Or is it about recipes? To know, buy my book, Romance of the India Curry – 365 Flavours for the Year

Sweet Reflections: Sugar, Celebration, and Conscious Choices

Sweet Reflections: Sugar, Celebration, and Conscious Choices. Reflecting on post-Diwali sugar consumption and detox.

Aloo Jeera Pancakes

Chef DK’s Recipes Aloo Jeera Pancakes If you don’t like your pancakes sweet, we have got you the perfect recipe. A hint of Indian combined with healthy ingredients, this easy recipe is your perfect breakfast mantra. FOR PANCAKE 2 tbsp Olive oil ½ tsp Roasted cumin 1 cup Potato (boiled, mashed and cooled) ½ tsp […]

Compressed Watermelon, Arugula, Goat Cheese, and Candied Walnuts

Chef DK’s Recipes Compressed Watermelon, Arugula, Goat Cheese, and Candied Walnuts 3 nos Watermelon Medallions (½ inch thick, 2 inch in diameter) 100 g Baby arugula 8-10 leaves Fresh mint (chopped ) 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp Fresh lemon juice Seasoning-To-taste 60 g Crumbled goat cheese 15 g Walnut A dash Balsamic […]

Spinach and Olive Stuffed Chicken, Masala Quinoa, Bellpepper Makhani

Chef DK’s Recipes Spinach and Olive Stuffed Chicken, Masala Quinoa, Bellpepper Makhani 180 g Chicken Breast 75 g Chicken Mince (Fine) 1 tsp Sundried Tomato (Chopped) 1 tsp Black & Green Olive (Chopped) 1 pinch Garam Masala 1 tsp Processed Cheese (Grated) 1/2 tsp Green Chilli (Deseeded & Chopped) Salt & Pepper – To taste […]