Chef Vikas Khanna: how a homeless immigrant became one of the world’s most celebrated chefs (S10/Ep.11)

Vikas Khanna's journey is nothing short of extraordinary - rising from homelessness as an immigrant to becoming an internationally acclaimed chef. He’s also a filmmaker, author of over 37 books, and one of the first Indian chefs to earn a Michelin star in the U.S. Currently, Vikas is the Chef and Partner at Bungalow in NYC. In this episode, he shares his remarkable story, from his roots in Amritsar, India, to the pivotal role his mother played during his most challenging moments. Vikas also discusses how cooking became the foundation of his diverse creative pursuits and reflects on his ongoing philanthropic efforts, including feeding over 80 million meals in India during the pandemic. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Chef Vikas Khanna.This episode is brought to you by Kikkoman.Follow Beyond the Plate on Facebook and X.Follow Kappy on Instagram and X.Find Beyond the Plate on all major podcast platforms. www.beyondtheplatepodcast.com www.onkappysplate.com