In this episode, the 2Gs, our Gourmands and Geeks Sadaf and Archit explore centuries-old traditions and modern interpretation of food with Rahul Punjabi, the executive chef of fine dining Indian restaurant Masala Library. Together, they discuss:
Why did Rahul shift from Google to the culinary world?
What was it like to work at Australia’s best restaurant?
How does he research Masala Library’s menu?
What's unique about the culinary tradition of Australia?
How does he recreate old dishes with modern techniques in a way that is not just gimmicky but in a way that genuinely adds character to the dish?



Important links to geek out more:
Instagram: @chefrahulpunjabi
Restaurant Website - Masala Library
Mushroom Chai Video at Masala Library
Quay - The Best Restaurant in Australia



You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle

Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain

Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton

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In this episode, the 2Gs, our Gourmands and Geeks Sadaf and Archit explore centuries-old traditions and modern interpretation of food with Rahul Punjabi, the executive chef of fine dining Indian restaurant Masala Library. Together, they discuss:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Why did Rahul shift from Google to the culinary world?</li>
<li aria-level="1">What was it like to work at Australia’s best restaurant?</li>
<li aria-level="1">How does he research Masala Library’s menu?</li>
<li aria-level="1">What's unique about the culinary tradition of Australia?</li>
<li aria-level="1">How does he recreate old dishes with modern techniques in a way that is not just gimmicky but in a way that genuinely adds character to the dish?</li>
</ul>
 
Important links to geek out more:
<ol>
<li aria-level="1">Instagram: @chefrahulpunjabi</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.masalalibrary.co.in/">Restaurant Website - Masala Library</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BZGw-ySJGk">Mushroom Chai Video at Masala Library</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quay_(restaurant)">Quay - The Best Restaurant in Australia</a></li>
</ol>
 
You can follow Sadaf Hussain &amp; Archit Puri on their Instagram handle
Sadaf Hussain: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sadaf_hussain/">@sadaf_hussain</a> 
Archit Puri: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehustlingglutton/">@thehustlingglutton</a>
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In the Naan-Curry Podcast, we explore the rich heritage of food in India one dish at a time.

The conversation, seasoned with enjoyable anecdotes, will give you a historical perspective on the evolution of food in the country and dive deep into the economics that shaped its consumption.

Sadaf is an author, chef and MasterChef India Finalist and Archit is a researcher, consultant and writes on behavioral sciences and economics.

Tune in to new episodes every Wednesday, starting from 28 October.

In the Naan-Curry Podcast, we explore the rich heritage of food in India one dish at a time.The conversation, seasoned with enjoyable anecdotes, will give you a historical perspective on the evolution of food in the country and dive deep into the economics that shaped its consumption.Sadaf is an author, chef and MasterChef India Finalist and Archit is a researcher, consultant and writes on behavioral sciences and economics.Tune in to new episodes every Wednesday, starting from 28 October.

In the Naan-Curry Podcast, we explore the rich heritage of food in India one dish at a time.

Naan Curry with Sadaf and Archit

In this episode, the 2Gs, our Gourmands and Geeks Sadaf and Archit explore centuries-old traditions and modern interpretation of food with Rahul Punjabi, the executive chef of fine dining Indian restaurant Masala Library.

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