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Santosh Shah
Chef and global advocate for Nepali cuisine
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About Santosh Shah
Santosh Shah is one of the most visible international advocates for Nepali food. His competition appearances, restaurant work and cookbook publishing have helped audiences look beyond a narrow idea of Nepali cuisine and toward its regional ingredients, techniques and stories.
Follow his public work for regional recipes, refined plating, culinary events and a global-facing interpretation of Nepali food.
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Why this profile matters
Reached the final of MasterChef: The Professionals in 2020 and later won its 2021 rematch special.
Authored Ayla, a cookbook built around dishes and food traditions from across Nepal.
Uses global events, media appearances and restaurant projects to promote Nepali culinary identity.
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