There are a handful of Indian chefs who have been bestowed with the prestigious Michelin Star, and Vikas Khanna is one of them. He is also among a few culinary masters who have introduced Indian cuisine with a twist to people from all walks of life. From students dreaming of being chefs to restaurateurs, everyone looks up to him for all that he has done.
What makes every Indian proud of him is not the titles he has to his name but the way he continues to grow the popularity of Indian cuisine across the globe. Recently, he took to Instagram to share that his restaurant in New York, Bungalow, has received the Michelin 2024 Bib Gourmand Award.
Vikas Khanna's Restaurant Receives Michelin 2024 Bib Gourmand Award
The bungalow is known for serving Indian dishes and flavours with a twist to the presentation. From staple dal to lamb seekh kebab, the menu features the finest delicacies from the country. Believe it or not, people across the table want to get a reservation at the restaurant which is always overflowing with happy customers.
After receiving the award, Vikas Khanna took to his official Instagram to announce the feat. The caption read, “260 days of Bungalow & today we received the Michelin 2024 Bib Gourmand Award. While I’ve previously received the Michelin Star 8 times, today felt different. I felt that it was for some higher purpose, it was like a tribute, it was like a promise to my land and to my people. To my sister. ❤️ This is just the beginning.”
Image Credit: Vikas Khanna Group/ Instagram
What Makes Bungalow Special
One would think that it’s the food that makes people queue up in front of the Bungalow for a satisfying meal. However, lip-smacking dishes make up for the fraction of popularity that the joint in NYC witnesses every day.
A popular food blogger, Pooja (@theglobalvegetarianeats) was at the restaurant and she posted a reel. She posted a reel of Vikas Khanna personally greeting her and making sure that she had the best experience. She said, “The food was definitely the spotlight but what stole the show was Vikas Khanna and his team. The experience is unparalleled. Even the vibe and decor of the restaurant make you so happy.”
She ordered yoghurt kebab, tandoori roti, Banarasi puri, dal, and achari aloo. It’s not just bloggers who swear by the food and service of Bungalow. Indian celebrities like Priyanka Chopra, Boman Irani, Vir Das, Amir Khan, Kiran Rao, Kiku Sharda, and more have heaped praises about the food prepared by Vikas Khanna Group and the hospitality they offer to every person that walks inside the doors.