CHEF AJESH DESHPANDE

CHEF AJESH DESHPANDE PRESENTS:

Paniyaram

Paniyaram, peanut xo, curry leaf

Pairing: Jean Philippe Fichet, Aligote 2021

Crudo

Hand dived scallop, coconut, ginger

Pairing: Jacky Preys et Fils, 'Silex', Touraine, Sauvignon Blanc 2022

Keema pao

Beef tartare, ramp chutney, shokupan

Pairing: Leon Beyer, Pinot Noir, Alsace, 2019

Kolambi Bhaath

Carbinero prawns, razor clams, basmati

Pairing: Pietradolce, 'Etna Rosso', Nerello Mascalese 2022

Amrakhand

Alphonso mango, sheep’s milk yogurt, saffron

Pairing: Col dei Venti, 'Comete', Moscato d'Asti 2022

CHEF AJESH DESHPANDE

Ajesh was originally planning on a career in law, but fell in love with the food world and never looked back. He has cooked at Eleven Madison Park, which won World’s Best Restaurant in 2017, and was previously a sous chef at the 2 Michelin-Starred eatery, Gabriel Kreuther and The Baccarat Hotel.