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The Art of Deconstructing a Classic Dish (And Why It Makes You a Better Cook)

October 30, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
Elegant plated cheesecake with macarons — modern interpretation of a classic dessert

What does it really mean to deconstruct a dish? Chef Giri shares how pulling apart classics like cheesecake and biryani taught him to be a better cook — and how you can try it at home.

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Deconstructed Gulab Jamun: Why Taking a Classic Apart Teaches You to Respect It

October 30, 2026October 30, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
Elegant chocolate mousse dessert showing modern pastry deconstruction techniques

Deconstructing gulab jamun isn’t about being trendy — it’s about understanding what makes this classic Indian dessert perfect. A pastry chef explains the components, the controversy, and how to try it yourself.

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Modern Indian Plating: What Hotel Training Taught Me About Presenting Our Own Food

October 30, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
Modern plated Indian food — grilled tikka with green chutney and garnish

Should Indian food be plated like French fine dining? A hotel-trained chef shares his honest thoughts on modernising Indian cuisine, the techniques that work, and where the line should be drawn.

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