Speak Greasy with Gauri Devidayal

Join Gauri Devidayal on Episode 2 of Magazine St. Kitchen x Thrive presents Speak Greasy as she shares tales, trials and tips with the Ghee Roast Queen of India - Shriya Shetty, and co-founder of Mangalore’s hippest artisanal bakery & cafe, Buttercream Co. AKA BuCo. Armed with a B.Com degree, a young Shriya stepped into the challenging F&B world in 2012 and hasn’t looked back since. From s...

Join host Gauri Devidayal for an enlightening journey into the heart of India's culinary heritage with the debut episode of Speak Greasy Season 2, proudly presented by Magazine St. Kitchen & Thrive. In this captivating installment, we explore the storied legacy of Parsi Dairy Farm (PDF), India's oldest dairy brand, now spanning over a century. Delve into the intricacies of PDF's en...

In the finale of Magazine St. Kitchen x Singapore Tourism Board presents Speak Greasy Season 1.2, Gauri Devidayal engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Paul Liew, the Co-Owner of Keng Eng Kee Seafood, Singapore. The discussion revolves around the intricate dynamics of expanding a family business, touching on the challenges of passing down trade secrets and maintaining the delicate balan...

In the 3rd episode of Magazine St. Kitchen x Singapore Tourism Board presents Speak Greasy, Gauri Devidayal engages in a captivating conversation with Michael Ker, Owner, Kway Guan Huat Joo Chiat Popiah. With a legacy spanning three generations, Michael shares the profound journey of preserving and evolving the tradition of popiah making. From the meticulous art of crafting popiah skins to the cul...

In this episode, Gauri Devidayal delves into the world of craft distilling with Jamie Koh, the founder of Brass Lion Distillery, Singapore. From her early days as a restaurateur in the US to navigating the complexities of launching a gin brand in Singapore, Jamie shares the remarkable journey that led to the creation of Brass Lion. Learn about the unique challenges faced during the three-year lice...

Join Gauri Devidayal and Renjie Wong, Area Director of the Singapore Tourism Board in Mumbai, for a delectable exploration of Singaporean gastronomy in the premier episode of Magazine St. Kitchen x Singapore Tourism Board Presents Speak Greasy With Gauri Devidayal Season 1.2. Dive into the impact of prestigious awards like Asia's 50 Best on Singapore's culinary scene. Discover the evolutio...

Join Gauri Devidayal in a conversation with Madhav Dayal, the 27-year-young head chef of Miguel's Cocktails & Petiscos in Goa. From his early days experimenting with caramel custard at the age of 10 to his global culinary experiences at Gaggan and working alongside celebrated Chef Ritu Dalmia, this podcast offers a rich tapestry of Madhav's culinary journey. Madhav's commitment to...

Episode 8 of Speak Greasy welcomes you to the culinary world of Chef Seefah Ketchaiyo, Co-owner, Mumbai's Seefah Restaurant and Kembara Hyderabad. The episode unfolds as a flavorful narrative, exploring the origins of Seefah, a name chosen with deep significance to partnering with her husband Chef Karan Bane, their shared passion for culinary excellence and the challenges faced in bringing the...

Embark on a journey with Gauri Devidayal as she explores the world of Japanese food culture with Chef Brehadeesh aka Breddie. We have the Japanese Mint, the CBSE Hindi book and the South Indian Institute to thank for Breddie's Pune-based Japanese restaurant, Ginkgo. Breddie shares his journey of his love for the Land of The First Sun while giving an educational guide about the F&B culture....

In this episode of Speak Greasy, Gauri Devidayal chats with consultant-turned-culinary hit Chef Sandeep Sreedharan. Esca Brahma, as he is popularly known, shares how his corporate life played a role in F&B journey, following his vision over money, and starting a second innings at the age of 45. Tune in to know more about Sandeep's journey and what goes behind launching a restaurant (or 2)...

Join Gauri Devidayal as she chats with Chef Mohib Farooqui, culinary professor par excellence and founder of Accentuate Food Lab, Aurangabad. Exciting stories of serving Hillary Clinton, working in Sydney and discussing the future of the culinary education space - this episode has it all. Follow along the story of this chef who is on his way to put Aurangabad on India's culinary map!

On this exciting episode of Speak Greasy, Gauri Devidayal invites Azmat Ali Mir, the founder of Sarposh - a restaurant specializing in Kashmiri cuisine in Bangalore. Discover the intriguing journey behind Azmat's venture, her passion for bringing Kashmiri culture and flavors to the forefront, delving beyond Wazwan cuisine and unearthing tales about Kashmiri food. Get ready to savor the essence...

Join Gauri Devidayal as she dives into conversation with Australian celebrity chef - Sarah Todd. Former model turned restaurateur, Sarah talks about her journey and her passionate love for India and its chillies. After her stints at MasterChef Australia (2014 & 2022), she has cooked for the Australian Open and has launched restaurants in Goa and Mumbai. Follow along the story of Sarah whose lo...

Join Chef Luke Robinson as he shares his culinary journey, from working at iconic restaurants like The Fat Duck and Nobu to helming the kitchen at Evelyn’s Table in London and now, sharing his global influence and ingredient-focused approach as Executive Head Chef at The Table, Mumbai. Listen in for fascinating stories, cooking tips, and insights from this talented chef as gives a ringside view in...

Welcome to the first episode of Speak Greasy! Join Gauri Devidayal as she interviews husband Jay Yousuf, the mastermind behind Mumbai's Magazine St. Kitchen and Co-Founder, Food Matters Group. Discover the fascinating journey of how this unique culinary playground was born in the heart of an industrial area and transformed into a platform for top chefs to showcase their talents. From secret su...