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How Indian chef defied odds to win food Oscar and take Tamil cuisine global
The awards and accolades feel like a natural progression of his journey. Semma is the first New York restaurant serving only ...
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Not just a James Beard winner, he's a flag-bearer of Tamil pride. Meet Chef Vijay Kumar
In an exclusive conversation with India Today, award-winning Chef Vijay Kumar shares how he serves that taste of South India ...
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Vijay Kumar: The Indian chef who took Tamil fare global and won a 'food Oscar' - BBC
Kumar's win has piqued the "curiosity of young people from all over the Indian diaspora and instilled a greater pride in our food ways", says Lakshmi. "This will be his greatest legacy." ...
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Tamil Roots, NYC Win: Chef Vijay Kumar Honored At James Beard Awards
NEW YORK, NY – Chef Vijay Kumar, originally from Tamil Nadu and currently helming the kitchen at Semma, has won the James ...
In an emotional acceptance speech – which is now winning hearts on social media – Vijay Kumar reflected on his journey.
In an emotional acceptance speech – which is now winning hearts on social media – Vijay Kumar reflected on his journey.
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Semma!: How James Beard-winning chef Vijay Kumar is making Tamil cuisine international - The Hindu
Chef Vijay Kumar's journey from Tamil Nadu to winning the James Beard Award celebrates a shift in attitude towards Indian food.
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Vijay Kumar: The Indian chef who took Tamil fare global and won a 'food Oscar' - BBC News
Chef Vijay Kumar’s 2025 James Beard win marks a quiet revolution, spotlighting south Indian cuisine globally.