My passion for cooking has deep roots in family traditions and early experiences in the kitchen. My home kitchen stories are inspired by the warmth and joy of family meals. Born and raised south of India “God’s own country” Kerala. My love for food and cooking began at a young age, witnessing my mother prepare meals for our family. The memories created around the dining table and the happiness in the kitchen during those family meals left a lasting impression. The joy and passion for cooking, as well as the desire to create memorable experiences motivated me to pursue a career in the culinary industry. The satisfaction of bringing people together through food and creating those special moments around the dining table are at the heart of my culinary stories. With over 20 years of experience with internationally recognized hotel brands like Marriott, Hyatt, Intercontinental, Starwood is a testament to high level of skill and professionalism. One of my standout qualities is specialization in pre-opening and opening hotels. My culinary philosophy is rooted in a deep appreciation for fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and it reflects a commitment to both exceptional taste and community support. Locally sourced Farm-to-Table Connection, Creating Lasting Memories through storytelling food, are some key elements of my culinary philosophy.