COOKING CLASS
CELEBRITY CHEFS SERIES - MEERU DHALWALA - TUE, JAN 19
- SKU:
- 74293
- Chef:
- Meeru Dhalwala
- Class Type:
- Demonstration Class
- Event Time:
- 6 PM - 9 PM
CELEBRITY CHEFS SERIES - MEERU DHALWALA | 6 PM - 9 PM
Five Chefs. Five Stories. One Extraordinary City!
An exclusive Gourmet Warehouse culinary series celebrating the chefs, their passions, and culinary creativity that helped define Vancouver's food scene.
These chefs have created iconic restaurants, influenced generations of cooks and made our city a true food destination.
Seats are limited, the chefs are legendary and the meals extraordinary. Don't miss your seat at the table to be face to face with legends and hear their amazing stories.
Chef Meeru Dhalwala - Co-founder of Vij’s and Lila’s
Join Chef Meeru Dhalwala, co-founder of Vij’s and Lila’s and three-time cookbook author, for an inspiring exploration of Indian cooking at home. The creative force behind Vij’s for 31 years, Meeru has helped redefine Indian cuisine in Canada through her food, creativity and fearless approach to authentic flavours.
Discover the role of spices, the patience behind a well-developed curry base and the finishing touches that bring a dish to life. Learn when to introduce whole spices, how to develop sweetness and depth in onions, and how ginger, garlic and tomato come together to create rich, balanced sauces. Explore techniques for vibrant vegetable and chicken curries, fluffy basmati rice, and the bright, tangy accompaniments that complete the meal.
With a menu spanning crisp street-food-inspired bites, comforting curries and a refreshing mango dessert, Meeru will share the knowledge and inspiration to make Indian cooking a delicious part of your everyday repertoire.
MENU
• Papri-Chat-Wheat Crisps; Topped with Sprouted Beans,
Cilantro-Tamarind Chutney & Yogurt.
• Fragrant Tomato & Coconut Curry with Kale, Cauliflower & Potato.
• Chicken Curry with Mustard &Fenugreek; Onion, Garlic,
Ginger & Tomato Sauce.
• Fragrant Basmati Rice.
• Mango Sorbet, Toasted Coconut.
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Chef Meeru Dhalwala is one of Vancouver’s most respected culinary personalities, celebrated for her innovative approach to Indian cuisine, commitment to sustainability, and advocacy for women in the culinary industry.
Born in Delhi, India, Chef Dhalwala co-founded Vancouver’s acclaimed Vij’s Restaurant and Rangoli, where she spent nearly three decades creating distinctive menus that brought modern Indian cuisine to the forefront of Canada’s dining scene. Her dedication to exceptional ingredients, bold flavours, and authentic cooking techniques has earned her widespread recognition.
An accomplished restaurateur and award-winning cookbook author, Chef Dhalwala has published three celebrated cookbooks, including Vij’s: Elegant and Inspired Indian Cuisine. In 2024, she co-founded Lila, a Vancouver restaurant showcasing innovative vegetarian and pescatarian Indian cuisine.
Beyond the kitchen, Chef Dhalwala continues to champion sustainable food practices, healthy cooking, and opportunities for women, leaving a lasting influence on Vancouver’s culinary landscape.
