Chef Kunal Kapur on food trends of 2024: Fusion food, plant-based and Ayurvedic
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Chef Kunal Kapur on food trends of 2024: Fusion food, plant-based and Ayurvedic

Hindustan Times  

From the rise of fusion cuisine that blends diverse culinary cultures to the growing popularity of plant-based diets rooted in sustainability, Chef Kunal Kapur offers his insights on how these movements are shaping the future of food. Chef Kunal Kapur on food trends of 2024 Fusion cuisine Fusion cuisine gained immense popularity in 2024, as chefs blended various techniques and traditions from different culinary cultures to create innovative and exciting dishes. Our diverse staples like pulses, vegetables, millet, rice, and flour offer a rich variety for plant-based diets, giving the world a wealth of options to explore.” Ayurveda meets modern cuisines Ayurvedic practices, deeply rooted in India’s history, too gained renewed popularity in 2024, especially in the culinary world. Chef Kapur addresses common misconceptions about Ayurvedic diets: “Ayurveda isn’t about a specific meal; it’s a lifestyle that tailors food to your body type.

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