TheGlitz ‘Super Woman’: Master Chef Deepa Suhas Awchat, award-winning Chef & Restaurateur

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Master Chef Deepa Suhas Awchat

Master Chef Deepa Suhas Awchat is one of Mumbai’s iconic award-winning chefs, known for her awesome fine dining, globally awarded restaurants Goa Portuguesa, Dakshin Culture Curry and Diva Maharashtracha. Her beautifully crafted menus, authentic dishes and culinary recipes have been the talk of the town and people come flocking to her restaurants just to taste her authentic menus and mouthwatering fare.

Besides being a magnificent chef, Master Chef Deepa has also authored the Goa Portuguesa Cookbook and Paperback cookbook The Authentic Goa Cookbook by Times Lifestyle. She also has her unique blend of authentic Gourmet spices under the brand name “Goa Portuguesa Spice Mixes”.

Master Chef Deepa Suhas Awchat
Master Chef Deepa Suhas Awchat

Her passion is food and she has been championing and promoting authentic flavours for decades. But trust us, she’s not just one of the best master chefs in the country, Master Chef Deepa Awchat is also a woman who is vocal about what she truly believes in. Nominated for the second time as TheGlitz ‘Super Woman’, Master Chef Deepa Suhas Awchat talks about what makes her go beyond gender equality and labels.

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Master Chef Deepa Suhas Awchat with Master Chef Sanjeev Kapoor
Master Chef Deepa Suhas Awchat with Master Chef Sanjeev Kapoor

You are not just a powerhouse of talent, you are also a multi-faceted achiever. producer and so much more. So what defines you as a woman?

Being a woman to me means embracing who I am… with all my talents, passions, and values. It’s about making a difference in the world whether through my cooking or my humanitarian work… and striving to create a better, more compassionate world for all.

Master Chef Deepa Suhas Awchat with husband Suhas Awchat and family
Master Chef Deepa Suhas Awchat with husband Suhas Awchat and family

Are you a strong woman who has held her ground no matter what or a firebrand feminist? Or both? Why?

Master Chef Deepa Suhas Awchat
Master Chef Deepa Suhas Awchat

As a strong woman, I’ve definitely held my ground through challenges and obstacles. But I wouldn’t label myself solely as a firebrand feminist. While I’m passionate about gender equality and empowerment, my identity goes beyond any one label. I believe in standing up for what’s right and advocating for equal opportunities for all, regardless of gender. It’s about being true to myself, standing firm in my beliefs, and using my voice to make a positive impact in the world.

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