Gary Mehigan | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
celebrity chef and face of masterchef australia, Gary Mehigan has a special bond with India and Indian cuisine. “This is my second visit to India,” says Gary, who is in Bengaluru for a masterclass in a tie-up with Konosh, which promotes home cooks and home cooked food delivery.
Gary believes that the masterclasses help him reach out to amateur and home cooks. “I love teaching and helping chefs improve their skills. It’s thrilling to share tips about hospitality and cooking, both of which I am passionate about. Gary says that his association with Conush began during the lockdown. “We had a lot of online cooking classes at that time, and it helped me transplant some of my work into people’s homes. It has been a wonderful experience.
In the masterclass, Gary will teach a variety of sweets, which he calls his Cheeky Chocolate Treats. “These are desserts my family loves. I will be using local ingredients and teaching the chefs some quick and easy bakes and desserts.”
Gary says he has tried to adapt Indian sweets and give them his own twist. “When it comes to Indian sweets, I believe Malpua, Gulab Jamun and Rasgulla can be adapted with a twist. These can always be traditional when served as expected.
Gary believes that “everyone can cook, but some people stand out from most because of their love of cooking. Professional chefs work with deadlines, while amateur cooks measure themselves differently.” And they love what they do. They’re willing to explore and learn from YouTube and other cooking shows. They’re open to exploration with food and ingredients.”
Gary will be joined by Pooja Dhingra, Indian pastry chef and founder of the Le15 brand of patisseries and packaged food. The masterclass will be held on 14th December at Taj, MG Road from 10 am to 3 pm.