Cooking with Rajeev

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Learn more about Cooking with Rajeev and the vision of Dr. Chef Rajeev Goyal in celebrating India’s culinary heritage.

About Cooking with Rajeev

Cooking with Rajeev is the culinary expression of Dr. Chef Rajeev Goyal, a pioneer in India’s culinary tourism and food heritage movement. With nearly two decades of experience in gastronomy research, cultural documentation, and experiential travel, the platform brings together cooking, culture, and storytelling to present Indian cuisine as a living tradition shaped by history, regional diversity, and community knowledge.

The initiative focuses on immersive cooking sessions, curated culinary journeys, and educational food programs that highlight regional flavors, traditional techniques, and authentic food practices. Each experience is designed to go beyond recipes, offering cultural context, historical insight, and practical understanding of how Indian food has evolved across regions and generations.

By blending culinary learning with cultural interpretation, Cooking with Rajeev creates meaningful and responsible experiences that connect people with India’s diverse food heritage. Guests are encouraged to engage with ingredients, understand spice traditions, and explore the social and cultural role of food in everyday Indian life.

Its vision is to strengthen India’s position as a global culinary destination by preserving traditional food knowledge while presenting it through refined, engaging, and accessible experiences rooted in sustainability, cultural respect, and community participation.

India Food Tourism Organisation

An industry-led nonprofit institution promoting food and culinary tourism in India through collaboration between chefs, tourism professionals, and educators.

India Food Tour (Food Tour in India)

Curated culinary experiences including food walks, cooking classes, spice trails, heritage food tours and tasting journeys across India.

Culinary Research & Education

Engagement with hospitality institutions, tourism bodies,  and academic platforms through lectures, workshops, and research initiatives.

Recognition & Associations

Cooking with Rajeev represents a group of in-house culinary and hospitality brands focused on authentic food experiences, cultural storytelling, and responsible tourism.

Solutions Unlimited – Experiential Travel & Curated Tours

Solutions Unlimited is a premier tour operator specializing in immersive travel experiences across India. With a passion for culture, cuisine, and responsible tourism, they design customized journeys that go beyond ordinary sightseeing — engaging your senses, supporting local communities, and creating unforgettable memories.

India Food Tour – Authentic Culinary Journeys

India Food Tour offers expertly curated culinary experiences including food tours, cooking classes, tea & wine tastings, and offbeat travel activities. Their custom gastronomic itineraries let travelers explore the diverse flavors of Indian cuisine while gaining cultural insight and local expertise.