Even though chefs are around food all day, they don’t always get time to sit and eat. So when their work is done, they crave simple, tasty comfort food—dishes that remind them of home, childhood, or happy memories. Here’s what some of Delhi’s best chefs love to order when they want a comforting meal:
Radhika Khandelwal (Fig & Maple)
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Smoked Pork & Tingmo from Mood (Vasant Vihar): Smoky, soft, and flavorful.
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Shammi Kebabs from Wenger’s (Connaught Place): A nostalgic, spiced snack she’s loved since childhood.
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Chicken Momos from Chimney Sizzlers (Chanakyapuri): Juicy and served with an addictive chutney.
Kainaz Contractor (Bhawan)
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Korean Dosirak Meal from Kori’s (GK & Humayunpur): A full Korean thali with pork bulgogi, kimchi, pancake, and more.
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Focaccia & Puff Pies from Mjöl Bake House (Sikanderpur): Her go-to for sandwiches and delicious, flaky pies.
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Kerala Food from Mahabelly (Saket): Favourites include prawn curry, fish fry, curd rice, and veggie stew.
Adwait Anantwar (INJA)
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Chilli Oil Dumplings from Mala Project (Golf Course Road): Reminds him of Chinese food he ate in Dubai.
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Mangalorean Buns from Gokulam (Connaught Place): A soft, sweet South Indian snack.
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Smoked Pork Salad & Ginger Stew from Nagaland Kitchen (Green Park): Perfect for cold Delhi evenings.
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Smoky Chole from Kikli (Connaught Place): So good, he couldn’t stop eating!
Dhruv Oberoi (Olive Bar & Kitchen)
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Chicken Salami Sandwich from Novelty: A simple sandwich that brings back school lunch memories.
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Dirty Cold Coffee from Depaul’s (Janpath): A must-have after his Sunday runs—sweet, cold, and refreshing.
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Mutton Nihari from Al Jawahar (Ansari Nagar): Rich and spicy, served with soft khameeri roti—perfect after a night out.
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Nagori Halwa from Shyam Sweets (Ashok Vihar): A winter favorite that reminds him of his mom’s cooking.
These dishes aren’t fancy—they’re simple, warm, and full of emotion. That’s what comfort food is all about.
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