Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:22pm on 09 Jul 2025,Wednesday India Global
Tamil Nadu-born Chef Vijay Kumar has won the prestigious James Beard Award for Best Chef in New York, earning global acclaim for his signature snail curry, Nathai Pirattal. Once shamed in childhood for loving the dish, Kumar has now turned it into a culinary triumph at his Michelin-starred restaurant Semma. Embracing his roots and cooking with authenticity, Kumar said, “There is no such thing as poor or rich food — it’s food.” His win is a powerful statement on the value of traditional cuisine and subaltern pride. Kumar wore a veshti while receiving the honor, redefining luxury through heritage and truth. (PC: X)
