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:

1. Instagram: @chefrahulpunjabi


2. Restaurant Website - Masala Library


3. Mushroom Chai Video at Masala Library


4. 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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