A graduate of IHM Aurangabad and Le Cordon Bleu, London, she became a professional chef at a young age and quickly made waves in the male-dominated kitchen landscape.

Anahita gained national recognition as the Chef-Partner at SodaBottleOpenerWala, where she reinvented classic Parsi and Bombay Irani café fare for the modern Indian diner. Her focus on preserving culinary heritage while blending it with contemporary techniques made her a trailblazer in India’s evolving restaurant space

A passionate sustainability advocate, Anahita is known for promoting farm-totable practices, zero-waste cooking, and supporting local producers. Her TEDx talks, keynote sessions at food conferences, and collaborations with global ecoconscious organizations highlight her commitment to food as a force for change.

She is also the author of The Parsi Kitchen and was featured in Forbes Asia’s 30 Under 30, making her one of the most promising and purpose-driven chefs of her generation. Whether she’s speaking on global platforms or curating nostalgic Parsi menus, Chef Anahita brings warmth, innovation, and advocacy to every table.