[1]From his documentaries on cuisines around the world to whipping up some of world’s most delectable delicacies for food lovers, Michelin starred chef Vikas Khanna has given us a lot more than just his recipes. Vikas, who was in the capital recently, says these are changing times for those who want to pursue their love for food art.
“Until a few years back, we didn’t even know that there can be a show solely dedicated to food. But looking at the success of many of them, I feel a major change is on the cards. We’re now in times where people know what a Master Chef is. Everyone is far more aware about the art of food today,” says Vikas.
Currently, travelling in India to research for his upcoming book Epic, the writer-cum-chef informs it will be an insight into the 4,000 years of Indian cuisine till today. “From the Harappa civilisation till May 14, the day I prepared dinner for US President Barack Obama. The book has more than 7,000 recipes and is priced at Rs 36,000. I want people to understand the changes in the culinary art of the country, how the cultural shift affected taste, and diaspora,” he adds.
Having spent 11 days with the tribes in the Northeast, Vikas’ next stop is the Andaman and Nicobar islands to research on tribal food.
Vikas feels young food enthusiasts should take up food seriously. “We have such a huge culture in India. You just have to follow your heart because the brain doesn’t understand art. If you continue to write your own story, one day it will become an epic,” he signs off.
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