Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000

Sonal panchal

I am world record holder. TV personality. Known as a celebrity chef in India. Cake artist, author with 12 years of experience as a chef.

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What is your signature dish?

1) Princy Figs is my signature gourmet creation featured on Chef Vs Fridge Season3 on zee cafe Inspired by my daughter, this dish reflects my approach to modern Indian cuisine by combining emotional storytelling with richness of figs. It showcases my focus on elegant plating, contemporary gourmet style. 2) Murgh Noor-e-Zafran is a Mughlai-inspired delicacy where tender chicken breast is stuffed with finely spiced chicken mince. mince. The dish is enriched with saffron, cream, and aromatic spices

Who is your culinary inspiration?

1) Family and emotional storytelling, often translating personal memories into dishes. 2) Modern Indian fine dining and hotel-style cuisine, with a focus on presentation and innovation Passion for vegan innovation, creating bold plant-based interpretations 3) Deep focus on cakes and baking, with artistic design and modern patisserie techniques 4) modern indian tandoor dishes.

What would you do with the $25,000?

For a $25,000 contribution, I will dedicate this amount in my father’s name toward a charitable initiative focused on empowering women. The purpose of this initiative is to support women who are struggling to survive and do not have a stable income The goal is to help them become financially independent and achieve their dreams Support will be provided through skill development, guidance

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