The Food of Bharat by Helly Raichura
Chef Helly Raichura takes a deep dive into Indias history through its cuisine,introducing regional and cultural dishes.
‘No one else in Melbourne is championing regional Indian food quite like Helly RaichuraCommitted, enthusiastic, meticulous and curious. She’ll lead you gently through the history, romance and deliciousness that exemplifies everything that’s wonderful about the rich culinary traditions of this incredibly complex and diverse cuisine. The evolution of Enter Via Laundry continues, and with Helly at the helm the very best of Indian cuisine and culture is in safe hands. She’s passionate, steadfast and uncompromising.’
– Gary Mehigan
‘Helly is your perfect guide through thousands of tasty years of Indian culinary history.’
– Matt Preston
‘Feeding people’s stomachs anyone can do; feeding people’s souls is done by special humans. Helly is that and more: self-taught, an incredible cook, an expert in creating authentic flavour with a modern touch, and above all an awesome human. I was fortunate enough to eat at the original EVL. Helly is a force!’
– George Calombaris
‘As a chef, I have always sought inspiration from unconventional places, and from people bold enough to forge a different path. Helly is one such person: a true risk-taker who is unafraid to swim against the tide. It has been a joy to watch her evolve into a fully-fledged restaurateur, food educator and author – and to see such a unique talent bring something different to the table.’
– Shaun Quade
‘Helly is a success story of a woman who wants to cook what she wants and where she wants. Her stubborn approach has helped her to not do a desk job and rather hold a knife for the right reason.’
– Gaggan Anand
– Gary Mehigan
‘Helly is your perfect guide through thousands of tasty years of Indian culinary history.’
– Matt Preston
‘Feeding people’s stomachs anyone can do; feeding people’s souls is done by special humans. Helly is that and more: self-taught, an incredible cook, an expert in creating authentic flavour with a modern touch, and above all an awesome human. I was fortunate enough to eat at the original EVL. Helly is a force!’
– George Calombaris
‘As a chef, I have always sought inspiration from unconventional places, and from people bold enough to forge a different path. Helly is one such person: a true risk-taker who is unafraid to swim against the tide. It has been a joy to watch her evolve into a fully-fledged restaurateur, food educator and author – and to see such a unique talent bring something different to the table.’
– Shaun Quade
‘Helly is a success story of a woman who wants to cook what she wants and where she wants. Her stubborn approach has helped her to not do a desk job and rather hold a knife for the right reason.’
– Gaggan Anand
Helly Raichura’s story is just as interesting as her food. In a past life, the chef from Gujarat, India, was an HR advisor for an IT company – until she quit her job to pursue her love of cooking and started offering intimate dinners out of her home. Guests had to enter via her laundry, and so her restaurant Enter Via Laundry was born. There, Helly created shared meals that took guests on a culinary journey through regional India. One of the first chefs to introduce and popularise regional Indian cuisine in Australia, Helly quickly gained a following, and she featured on MasterChefAustralia to much acclaim. Preserving India’s culture through cuisine, and showcasing its regionality on a plate, is Helly’s passion. She now has a permanent venue for Enter via Laundry in the inner city of Melbourne, Australia. Never losing sight of her Indian heritage, she creates menus that educate guests on the history and seasonality of each dish.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781743798799 |
| ISBN 10 | 1743798792 |
| Title | The Food of Bharat |
| Author | Helly Raichura |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Hardie Grant Books |
| Year published | 2025-03-04 |
| Number of pages | 256 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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