EPISODE · Mar 20, 2024 · 44 MIN
Speak Greasy with Gauri Devidayal & Shriya Shetty | Ep 2.2 | Behind The Big Town Ghee-Roast Girl
from Speak Greasy with Gauri Devidayal · host Food Matters Group | Magazine St. Kitchen
Join Gauri Devidayal on Episode 2 of Magazine St. Kitchen x Thrive presents Speak Greasy as she shares tales, trials and tips with the Ghee Roast Queen of India - Shriya Shetty, and co-founder of Mangalore’s hippest artisanal bakery & cafe, Buttercream Co. AKA BuCo. Armed with a B.Com degree, a young Shriya stepped into the challenging F&B world in 2012 and hasn’t looked back since. From staging at Ellipsis & Gaggan and turning down scholarships to championing Kannada and Mangalorean cuisine across the world, one kitchen at a time, Shriya’s journey is for any one who believes in the maxim ‘if there is a will, there is a way’ - gender, education, distance no bar.Keep your chips and tissues ready, because this chat’s going to make you laugh, swear, question and relearn everything you thought you knew about the F&B industry. All’s in a day’s work if you have a solid foundation, ambitious goal and a partner that is the wind beneath your wings.Tune in.
What this episode covers
Welcome to Episode 2 of the Speak Greasy Podcast! Join us as we dive deep into the culinary world with the one and only Shriya Shetty, renowned as the Ghee Roast Queen of India and co-founder of Buttercream Co. AKA BuCo. In this episode, Shriya shares her fascinating journey from a B.Com graduate to a trailblazer in the F&B industry. Listen in as Shriya discusses the challenges faced by women in hot kitchens, the delicate balance between sharing and guarding culinary secrets, and the importance of education and qualifications for aspiring chefs. Get ready to explore the vibrant food scene and rich culinary traditions of Karnataka, with a special focus on mouthwatering Mangalorean cuisine. Discover Shriya's passion for researching lesser-known recipes in India and her dedication to preserving and promoting the authentic flavors of her hometown. From laughter to introspection, this conversation promises to inspire and enlighten, offering valuable insights for food enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. Tune in now to learn from the wisdom of the Ghee Roast Queen herself and uncover the secrets behind the delectable dishes of Mangalorean cuisine! Don't forget to hit subscribe for more mouthwatering conversations on the Speak Greasy Podcast.
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