They may seem unassuming but these are no ordinary chefs. They cook for some of the most powerful leaders in the world. They put their best culinary-foot forward when other Heads of State come visiting too. That's Club des Chefs des Chefs for you or CCC as it is known. An exclusive club of some of the most skilled chefs from around the world who are proud flag-bearers of their country's cuisine.
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Here is an exclusive glimpse at what we ate:
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By Chef Prem Kumar Pogakula
Executive Sous Chef, The Imperial, New DelhiRoasted Kuri Squash
By Cristeta Comerford
Executive Chef White House, USARisotto with Mix Herbs and Aged Parmesan
By Fabrizio Boca & Massimo Sprega
Executive Chefs to the president of the Italian republicFresh Sole Roulade with Vegetable Confit and Black Olives
By Christian Garcia
Executive Chef to the Prince of Monaco
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By Mark Flanagan
Royal Chef Buckingham PalaceFor Vegetarians :
Cottage Cheese and Basil Polents With a Medley of Vegetables
By Mark Flanagan
Royal Chef, Buckingham PalaceDessert:Rose Scented Rice Pudding, Sweetened Pumpkin and Fresh Fruits
By Montu Saini
Executive Chef to the President of Republic of India
The Gala was a Charity Dinner meant to raise funds for Nobel Peace Laureate Kailash Sathyarthi’s Children’s Foundation. And what better place to host this historic dinner than at the majestic 1911 lawns at The Imperial, New Delhi? Spearheading the gala event was Chef Prem Kumar Pogakula, Executive Sous Chef of thehotel. Just like a State Visit – preparations for this dinner had been under way for nearly a year! Since the chefs would only be in the country for a few days, Chef Prem had the all-important task of making sure everything was just right for every single course served.
‘The chefs have been working with me in the kitchen too and were highly impressed with our infrastructure, team and the local produce and flavours,” he said. “I believe they have taken home with themselves not only Indian culture and food, but also our traditional Indian hospitality, post their stay at The Imperial”. Chef Cristeta, Chef at The White House, in conversation with Chef PremAs each course was served, a handful of us soaked in the truly historic nature of a dinner such as this. As food continues to bring people together across borders, culinary exchanges like this one cannot be applauded enough. What a privilege to be amongst the best of the best!Christmas has come early this year!
By Mark Flanagan
Royal Chef, Buckingham PalaceDessert:
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By Montu Saini
Executive Chef to the President of Republic of India
‘The chefs have been working with me in the kitchen too and were highly impressed with our infrastructure, team and the local produce and flavours,” he said. “I believe they have taken home with themselves not only Indian culture and food, but also our traditional Indian hospitality, post their stay at The Imperial”.
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