About me
I was born and brought up in a small town in Central India called Jabalpur. I then moved to Mumbai to train as a Fashion Designer in NIFT. After my college, I worked in Mumbai for a few years before moving to the U.K. in 2004. I have always been interested in food and cooking and have been greatly inspired by my mum’s cooking who has taught me everything I know about flavours.
After having my 2 children I found my interest in baking grow, it was a perfect way for me to relax and found it very relaxing. I am a creative yet meticulous baker and find baking a perfect outlet for my creativity.
Trying out new techniques and challenging myself is what keeps me going. Being on Great British Bake Off 2014 has been an amazing journey and has given me the confidence to try new combinations of flavours. I will always cherish this experience and the time I spent in the tent with my fellow bakers.
Soon after the show, I started work on my first book which is all about Indian flavours in some very western bakes. The book is called ‘The Cardamom Trail’ and was published in 2016.
After that, I went on to write my second book called ‘Chai, Chaat and Chutney’ which is all about Indian street food from the 4 corners of India. I wrote this book after intensive research into the 4 cities of India to find some of the most delicious street food. This book was published in 2017.
My third book ‘Chetna’s Healthy Indian’ is all about the food I cook at home for my family. It is the quick, delicious and healthy recipes we enjoy to balance out all the cakes I bake. This book was published in 2019.
30 MINUTE INDIAN - Episode 15
Indian style Onion Rings
Moreish delicious snacks, ready in no time!
Full recipe link in my profile. And check out my book #30minuteindian for more quick delicious recipes.
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BETWEEN THE SLICES - Episode 65
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Chicken breast
Cinnamon stick
Cardamom pods
Ginger pieces
Carrots
Celery
Onions
Salt
Mayo
Greek yogurt
Whole grain mustard
Sourdough slices
Spinach leaves
Chilli oil
Enjoy x
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A very festive start to December with mulled wine, hot chocolate, mince pies, carols and a delicious meal at the stunning @updownfarmhouse_ congratulations to Ruth and Oli for creating such a wonderful space! 🎉🥂
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30 MINUTE INDIAN - Episode 14
Onion Pakora Kadhi
This Punjabi kadhi is the ultimate comfort food, with a yogurt based curry served with crispy pakoras on a pile of rice. Check out my book #30minuteindian for more quick recipes.
Full recipe video on my #youtube channel #foodwithchetna link in my profile! Enjoy x
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Happy hosting - a delicious spread of food, some wholesome flavours and a happy ending with a stunning pudding!
All recipes in this week’s @waitrose weekend! Loved working on this feature, thanks @alisonoakervee and @ktbishopcooks get your copy now!
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BETWEEN THE SLICES - Episode 64
Potato and Cucumber Sandwich
Boiled potatoes
Cooked peas
Coriander
Dill
Garlic
Salt
Chilli
Chaat masala
Ground cumin
Cheddar cheese
Bread crumbs
Cornflour in some water
Cucumber
Red onions
Mayo
Oil
Mustard seeds
Red chillies
Curry leaves
Sourdough slices
Chilli oil
Enjoy x
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30 MINUTE INDAN - Episode 13
Pickle Spiced Chickpeas
While some delicious goodness ready in 30 minutes. The full recipe is in my book #30minuteindian and also on my #youtube channel #foodwithchetna links in my profile! Enjoy
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