GastroPod By Chef Nepal 

Chef Rajeev Shrestha is an accomplished culinary professional serving as Executive Chef at Aloft Kathmandu Thamel. With extensive experience in the hospitality industry, he brings expertise in culinary innovation, kitchen leadership and contemporary gastronomy. Passionate about food, creativity and excellence, he is dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences while contributing to Nepal’s evolving culinary landscape.

Chef Arjun Kumar Ranabhat is an internationally acclaimed chef originally from Pokhara, Nepal, with an impressive culinary career spanning some of the finest kitchens in the United States. A graduate in Hotel and Culinary Management from Vel’s University, Chennai, he has worked with prestigious establishments including The Jefferson Hotel, Fiola, The Hay-Adams, and Café du Parc at the Willard InterContinental in Washington, D.C. Since 2016, he has served as Corporate Executive Chef at Cuisine Solutions, where he has pioneered innovative culinary concepts and mastered advanced techniques including sous vide and molecular gastronomy. He is also a distinguished member of the Académie Culinaire de France.

Beyond his international achievements, Chef Arjun remains deeply connected to his Nepali roots and culinary heritage. Recognized by leading media including The Washington Post, Eater, and Fox 5, he believes in using food as a medium for creativity, cultural identity, and social impact. His long-term vision is to establish a Michelin-starred Nepali restaurant, bringing together the sophistication of modern culinary techniques and the authentic soul of Nepali cuisine, while showcasing Nepal's rich gastronomy to the world.