Chef Suresh DC is not just a chef — he is a storyteller, a seeker, and a custodian of South India’s culinary soul. Over the years, he has carved a unique place in India’s gastronomic landscape, celebrated not for fleeting trends or theatrical flourishes but for his unwavering dedication to depth, authenticity, and cultural preservation. His food has won him accolades such as Chef of the Year by Times Food & Nightlife, recognition in Culinary Culture’s Top 30, and mention in The World’s 50 Best Discoveries. Yet ask Suresh what he values most, and his answer is simple: the quiet, unspoken connection between a diner and a plate of food that feels like coming home. Becoming a chef was an unexpected but serendipitous turn for Suresh. What began as a casual decision to explore a culinary course quickly evolved into a lifelong passion.
RI PASS