Hard work pays off with dedication and celebrity. Chef Vikas Khannait paid off handsomely as his New York restaurant, Bingley, has been awarded the Michelin 2024 Bibi Gourmand Award.
The enthusiastic chef shared the news on his official Instagram post. The post read, “While I had earned 8 Michelin stars before, today felt different. I felt it was for a higher purpose, it was like a tribute, it was for my land and my people. It was like a promise made to my sister.”
“This is just the beginning. We will work harder and harder every day to give our guests an experience that is a testament to Indian hospitality,” he said while sharing a picture of himself proudly holding the Indian national flag. Take a look at his post:
For the uninitiated, Chef Vikas opened Bangla in March 2024 and dedicated the place to his mother and sister. Since its opening, the bungalow has become a haven. food Lovers eager to experience Indian cuisine in New York.
Set in the bustling culinary hub of New York, Bangla has managed to stand out in a city full of famous eateries.
According to the Michelin Guide website, the Michelin B Gourmand Award is given to restaurants that offer excellent food at reasonable prices.
The website reads, “What Bib restaurants have in common is their simple style of cooking, which is recognizable and easy to eat. A Bib Gourmand restaurant will also leave you feeling satisfied, having eaten so well. Appropriate. Price.”
According to Bangla’s website, Bangla offers a nostalgic trip to the vintage clubhouses of India, and the name derives from the Bengali “bangla”. Bangla is an invitation to experience history, culture and exceptional cuisine, inspired by the iconic clubs that helped shape Indian social life and friendship.
Bungalow’s popular menu offers Smoked Sweet Potato Chaat, White Pea Gagni, Achari Aloo 26, Kokum Salmon, Lamb Shank Nihari, Shermal 12, Amritsari Chol, Rose Kalfi, Molten Chocolate Cake, and more.