Inspired by Tradition, Driven by Global Flavours Chef Joel Miner  is a United States Army veteran with ten years of service. With more than 15 years of experience, he has worked in the international culinary industry. As an experienced chef currently based in Kathmandu, Nepal, he plays an active role in promoting Nepali cuisine and contributing to the global culinary landscape through innovation, leadership, and cross-cultural collaboration. His career spans over twenty-five

Chef Hari Giri was born in Gulmi district of Nepal and grew up in a modest environment where opportunities were limited but determination was strong. Now based in Butwal, he has built a career in the hospitality industry through persistence, hard work, and a commitment to continuous learning. His journey into the culinary world began more than a decade ago with very humble beginnings, eventually growing into a career that combines professional cooking with hospitality educati

Chef Pasang Lhamu Sherpa was born in the Solukhumbu district of Nepal, in the Everest region, an area widely known for its strong cultural traditions and deep connection to Himalayan heritage. Growing up in this mountainous region, she was surrounded by Sherpa culture, traditions, and community values that later became an important inspiration in her professional journey. She completed her early schooling in her hometown before moving to Kathmandu to pursue higher education a

Born in the historic Newar town of Pharping, about 23 kilometers from the bustling capital city of Kathmandu, Chef Bal Krishna Shrestha’s journey into the world of culinary arts is a story of passion, perseverance, and dedication. Growing up in a culturally rich community, he completed his early schooling in his hometown before moving to Kathmandu to pursue higher education in business studies. While his academic background initially led him toward various jobs in the corpora

Chef Kamal Bahadur Tamang’s journey in the culinary world is a story of patience, discipline, and purpose—one that reflects the quiet strength of perseverance rather than overnight success. Born and raised in Bhojpur District, Nepal, his path was shaped not by privilege, but by determination and the courage to step beyond comfort in search of growth. Like many young Nepalis aspiring for better opportunities, Chef Kamal moved to Japan early in his career. The beginning was far

Head Chef | Kitchen Manager | Nepali Food Ambassador Australia From the historic land of Nuwakot, Nepal, to professional kitchens across Australia, Chef Dipak Phuyal ’s culinary journey is one of perseverance, discipline, and deep respect for food as culture, care, and connection. Born and raised in Nepal, Dipak grew up observing traditional cooking rooted in simplicity, nutrition, and community. These early influences shaped his belief that food should not only satisfy hunge

Demi Chef de Partie | Fine-Dining Professional | Future Nepali Cuisine Visionary Born in Nepal and currently based in Dubai, Chef Pawan Thapaliya represents a new generation of Nepali chefs shaping their craft on the global fine-dining stage. His journey into the culinary world began not in professional kitchens, but in childhood memories—the aromas of home-cooked food at his maternal uncle’s house, the gentle hands of his grandmother cooking with love, and the quiet fascinat

Commis Chef | Hospitality Professional in Kuwait, from Morang Nepal Born on July 22, 1990, in Urlabari, Morang District, Chef Dambar Adhikari’s journey is one shaped by resilience, quiet determination, and an unbreakable will to grow. Raised by his grandparents from the age of two, he spent his childhood under their loving care, learning the values of discipline, independence, and hard work. Though separated from his parents for many years, the guidance of his grandparents be

Born in the historic district of Ramechhap, Chef Ram Bahadur “R.B.” Budhathoki’s journey into the culinary world began not with luxury, but with resilience. Losing his mother at a very young age, he grew up under the guidance of his father alongside his brothers—four of whom would eventually find their calling in professional kitchens. Food, for the Budhathoki family, became both sustenance and strength. Although he initially pursued journalism, Chef R.B.’s path shifted when

Executive Chef | Culinary Instructor | Global Hospitality Professional From the historic hills of Nuwakot to the skies at 30,000 feet , and now to professional kitchens in the United States , the journey of Chef Bead Prasad Adhikari is a story of courage, curiosity, and continuous reinvention. Early Life and Education Born on August 22, 1983 , in Nuwakot, Nepal , Bead Prasad Adhikari grew up surrounded by heritage, spirituality, and simplicity. Raised by his parents, Hari P

Executive Sous Chef | Modern Interpreter of Nepali & Indian Cuisine Culinary Mentor & Educator Born in 1993 in Kailali , in Nepal’s far-western region, Chef Santosh Sapkota  grew up in the heart of a family-run local hotel. The kitchen was his first classroom — a place where the aroma of spices, the rhythm of service, and the discipline of cooking shaped his early years. Influenced by his family and guided by his uncle, Santosh learned to respect ingredients, sharpen knives w

Regional Executive Chef | Visionary Leader | Mentor | Advocate of Sustainable Nepali Values From the fertile plains of Jhapa , where farms stretched endlessly and food was a gift of nature, a young boy named Chef Prakash Niroula  learned early that ingredients carry stories — of land, of farmers, of care. Growing up in a farmer’s household, he understood that food is not just cooked… it is grown , protected , and respected . This childhood connection became the heart of his

Chef Krishna Tamang’s culinary journey is a testament to dedication, passion, and perseverance. Born and raised in Kathmandu with roots in Nuwakot, he comes from a humble family background where hard work and sincerity were core values. After completing his basic schooling (SLC), he set out in search of opportunity and professional growth — beginning a remarkable culinary career that now spans nearly two decades. In 2006, Chef Krishna took his first step into the world of hos

Chef Ram Sharan Thapa’s story begins in a humble Nepali kitchen, where the comforting aromas of his grandmother’s cooking first awakened...

Chef Arjun Kumar Ranabhat now envisions opening his own michelin-starred Nepali restaurant and his story begins in the lakeside city of...

Chef Subarna Man Karmacharya  (born on 1 October 1954 in Bhaktapur, Nepal) is a distinguished figure in Nepal’s culinary scene, with over...

Born on August 13, 1959, in Kathmandu, Chef Ratna Bahadur Thapa was the youngest son in his family. With a modest educational background,...

Chef Surya Kiran Shrestha was born on April 5, 1962, in Khandbari-9, Sankhuwasabha, a hilly district in eastern Nepal. Life in the...

A name that embodies Nepali pride, culinary brilliance, and far‑reaching vision on the global gastronomic stage. Hailing from Khandbari,...

Born in the quiet hills of Khalanga, Pyuthan, Chef Juhi Lochan Shrestha grew up with a life shaped by movement and adaptation. Her...