Indian Chef Prateek Sadhu Cooks Inaugural Dinner at Cannes 2023 Film Festival

Indian chef Prateek Sadhu has been invited to showcase his culinary skills at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France. The festival, known for its glamorous red-carpet events and premieres of international films, has attracted a number of Indian celebrities this year, including Aishwarya Rai and Sara Ali Khan.

Sadhu aims to present a fusion of Indian and French cuisines, intending to redefine the perception of Indian food. He wants to showcase a contemporary and updated image of Indian cuisine, moving away from the stereotypes associated with it. His menu for the event will consist of six to seven courses, drawing inspiration from his extensive travels across India and dishes he has encountered in people's homes. Take a Look: 

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The chef has brought with him 80 kilograms of Indian spices and pickles to ensure an authentic Indian flavor in his preparations. The menu will feature regional specialties from various parts of India, such as Tungrymbai, a dish from Meghalaya made with smoked and fermented soya beans, accompanied by Putharo, a traditional bread from the region, and smoked tomato chutney. Another highlight will be a pepper fry from Tamil Nadu.

In line with the United Nations' declaration of 2023 as the International Year of Millets, Sadhu plans to incorporate millets-based dishes in his menu. This includes a Millet Thoran from Kerala, a millet pulao with Malvani-style Sole Fish (a French delicacy), and Potato Koshimbir, a Marathi salad. The dessert selection will feature delights like Bengali Sandesh, Maharashtrian Chikki, and Mysore Pak, served with Kashmiri Kahwa and locally sourced coffee from Karnataka.

Chef Prateek Sadhu's participation at the Cannes Film Festival reflects the growing global recognition of Indian cuisine and his dedication to presenting its diverse flavors in a contemporary and artistic manner.