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Mayank Kannauji

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Mayank Kannauji
Mayank Kannauji in 2026
Born October 1990
Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India
Nationality Indian
Education Bachelor's in Hotel Management; Master's in Travel and Tourism Management; Master's in Geography
Occupation Head Chef, Modern Indian Cuisine
Years active 2009–present
Known for Modern Indian Cuisine, Menu Curation, Restaurant Designing, Team Building, Luxury Dining
Notable works Modern Indian Cuisine, Menu Curation, Restaurant Design, Culinary Workshops
Awards
Parents Mr. Shiv Kumar (father), Mrs. Sadhna (mother)
Religion Hinduism

Mayank Kannauji is an Indian chef specializing in modern Indian cuisine. He has been in the culinary and hospitality industry for over a decade. His area of specialization is Indian cuisine, modern cooking techniques, menu designing and kitchen operations.[1]

Early Life & Education

Mayank Kannauji was born in October 1990 in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. During the time of his childhood, Mayank had an interest in cooking by assisting his mother and grandmother in preparing various dishes of Indian cuisine. During the time of his schooling years, Mayank would work as a restaurant steward to earn some pocket money. During this time, he developed an interest in the working atmosphere of the kitchen and later worked in the kitchen as an assistant chef. He studied Hotel Management from AIHM, Chandigarh. He then pursued his Master’s degree in Tourism and Travel Management from New Delhi.

Career

Mayank Kannauji started his professional culinary journey with Indian Accent in New Delhi. Later on, he worked for Revolver and Punjab Grill in Singapore and HOMM in Mumbai, Mayka in Ahmedabad. His professional experience consists of modern Indian cuisine, kitchen operations, menu design, food quality and safety, and team management. The experience gained by him in India as well as Singapore has also exposed him to various culinary styles and taste preferences.

He is presently working as a Head Chef in Mumbai. His duties consist of kitchen operations, menu designing, ensuring the quality and safety of food and management of the kitchen.

Culinary Style

The culinary style of Mayank is a blend of Indian cuisine with modern cooking and presentation styles. He uses ingredients and cuisines from various regions of India along with modern techniques of cooking and presentation. His cuisine emphasizes flavors, textures, presentation, and use of global ingredients.

Notable Work

Mayank undertook many projects on regional cuisine, food workshop, cooking classes, and restaurant openings. In his professional career, Mayank has represented modern Indian cuisine in various countries and has been involved in working in culinary businesses in India , Singapore and other countries.

Achievements and Recognition

Mayank Kannauji has accumulated well over a decade of professional experience in the field of culinary arts and hospitality. His professional experience has included working in India and Singapore.[2] His professional experience encompasses Indian Accent, Revolver and Punjab Grill in Singapore, HOMM in Mumbai. Along with that, he has been connected to work in areas of contemporary Indian cuisine, kitchen management, menu planning, and team management.[3][4]

Personal Life

Mayank Kannauji resides in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, and currently lives in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He is married to Sonali Kannauji. He belongs to the Khatri community and follows Hinduism. He maintains a relatively private personal life while focusing on his career in the hospitality and culinary industry.

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