ABOUT ME

Hey there! My name is Akanksha Dean, a chef with a passion for  travel and who’s been exploring the world for over 17 years. I have done a four year course in Culinary Arts & Hotel Management at the IHM Aurangabad by Taj Group in affiliation with Huddersfield University, UK. I have been on various Travels in search of food and culture to various destinations like UAE, France, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Australia, Ireland, Canada, Maldives, Greece, Spain and host of Indian cities etc. 

I am a keen photographer and my photographs have been used in some of my articles as well.  I am well versed with the hospitality and the food Industry which gives me an edge over many others in writing about the subject.

I have also trained at Osteria Francescana a 3 Michelin star based in Modena Italy which was rated at the World’s Best Restaurant In the world in 2017. 

I ran Imperfecto Shor Café as Chef Manager, am learning and teaching Spanish and am a freelance food & travel writer

Below are a few links of some coverage I received after my Stage at Osteria Francescana

https://www.cntraveller.in/story/21-year-old-just-became-first-indian-train-worlds-best-restaurant/
http://www.business-standard.com/article/current-affairs/meet-akanksha-dean-a-delhi-girl-who-trained-under-chef-massimo-bottura-117080100195_1.html
https://www.hindustantimes.com/more-lifestyle/meet-akanksha-dean-the-first-indian-to-train-at-osteria-francescana-the-famed-italian-eatery/story-mOTDpsMbkDHRolxrkZyQuM.html

 

Welcome to my food and travel blog! This is where I share enjoyable stories, expedient travel tips, incredible photography, and food escapades with you from my continuous voyages round the world.

It’s a place for people like you who pursue everyday stimulus and inspiration to live a life of that is full of good food and travel. The next best thing to cooking & eating food, travelling is writing about it. I want to share how food is an important aspect of any travel.

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https://www.instagram.com/deanakanksha/

Frequently asked Questions

Why have I been travelling for so long?

It all started with exploration of my own country on family holidays as a kid and with my mom being a food & travel writer and Dad being a chef, the travel bug bit me quite naturally.

Travelling for Food?

Travel is much more than just partaking in extreme activities; it’s about immersing in diverse cultures and trying new things…imagine local food markets, food habits….!

One of my favorite food travel experiences?

If you love cooking and more importantly eating…then a local cuisine learning session is definitely for you!

Cooking just wasn’t at the forefront of my mind when thinking of things to do on a previous trip to Thailand. Now don’t get me wrong, my first love is Food and yes I prefer it to Shopping. Hence I gladly agreed to the suggested one day cooking course in the kitchen of Sheraton Grande’s Thai restaurant, Basil. Within minutes of arriving, an apron was hanging off me, and a towel dangling out of my left pocket. I looked quite the pro. Within fifteen minutes I was dicing lemongrass, galangal and numerous other fragrant herbs like a seasoned veteran. I also got to taste the food as I went. And with a certificate under my belt (or apron), I could proudly impress your family and friends back home with my newly-acquired expertise!