Food
Chef Vikram Vij
Chef Vikram Vij Darpan, 22 Apr, 2026
Celebrated chef, restaurateur, and television personality Vikram Vij is renowned for redefining Indian cuisine in Canada and beyond. Trained in Austria and seasoned at world-class establishments, he opened Vij’s in 1994 in Vancouver, blending bold innovation with deep-rooted tradition.
Known for his signature hospitality — often greeting guests with a cup of chai — Chef Vij has earned global acclaim, multiple Michelin Bib Gourmand honours, and a Lifetime Achievement Award. For DARPAN, he handpicked these recipes from his new 2025 cookbook, My New Indian Kitchen, showcasing his ever-evolving culinary artistry.
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This is a very simple stir-fry recipe that can easily be doubled for a vegetarian main course.
I love this dessert, the meringue can be made the day before, the fruit and syrup can be done the day before or earlier in the day and all you need to do is whip the cream and put it all together.
This one, based on a Hyderabadi version, is as delicate as any other biryani where the rice is as important as the protein.
Its subtle and sour taste will keep lingering on your palate.
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