Flame & Flavor: An Indian culinary journey

From Delhi’s smoky street stalls to New York’s Michelin-starred kitchens—an unforgettable collection of culinary stories by Chef Vinod Kumar. In Flames & Flavour, Chef Vinod Kumar invites you into the heart of his kitchen and the soul of his story. This is more than a cookbook, it’s a deeply personal journey that blends food, identity, memory, and legacy. From his humble beginnings as a boy with glasses who once dreamed of joining the army, to finding purpose in the heat of the tandoor, Vinod’s stories are told with warmth, wisdom, and spice. Each chapter brings to life not just mouthwatering Indian recipes, but the people, places, and moments that shaped them. Whether it’s the bustling kitchens of Delhi or the quiet hours in New Jersey, every page is infused with the kind of knowledge only experience can offer—where food is not just taste, but tradition, routine, and resilience. Written with heart and humility, this book is for anyone who knows that great food tells a story, and the best ones are simmered, with love. Perfect for fans of culinary stories, Indian cuisine, and narratives of grit and transformation.