About Ashish Poddar

Growing up in the bustling kitchen of my family’s ancestral home, cooking was ingrained in me as effortlessly as breathing. My father, though modest in his approach—never overly reliant on sauces or elaborate garnishes—possessed a mastery that went beyond mere technique. His dishes were a harmony of simplicity and sophistication, each plate infused with love made visible.

Years have passed, and the wide-eyed boy who once eagerly perched on the kitchen counter to catch that first tantalizing aroma has evolved profoundly. Today, Chef'd Club has made its mark through appearances on Channel 8, Epicure.com.sg, CNA Radio, Eatbook.com, Seedly.com, NUS.edu.sg, and other culinary platforms like becscapades.com, littlestepsasia.com, and thesmartlocal.com. On Instagram, passionate foodies like frootlupe and shiyin_t continue to showcase our journey. Living in Singapore's vibrant culinary landscape has undeniably shaped my palate and creative spirit.

While Singapore’s food scene continues to flourish and redefine itself, my culinary pursuits push boundaries by blending flavors that span Progressive Asian to Modern Indian, enriched with molecular gastronomy techniques and strategic wine pairings. While authenticity remains a cherished ideal, Chef'd Club prides itself on pioneering dishes that are often unavailable elsewhere, elevating expectations at every dinner table.

For me, cooking is more than just a craft—it’s a multisensory experience that anchors me, fuels my creativity, and offers a different kind of satisfaction than intellectual pursuits alone.

There’s a joy in feeling muscle-tired from hours in the kitchen, knowing each moment was spent passionately bringing a vision to life. It all begins in my mind—visualizing countless flavor combinations before honing in on that perfect, innovative recipe. This zest for reinvention, this fresh twist on familiar tastes, is what makes my creations truly memorable.

So, I invite you—dive in and savor the experience!

 

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