A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, Garima has rapidly risen to international acclaim through her bold, artistic, and intelligent reinterpretation of Indian cuisine. Her flagship restaurant Gaa in Bangkok is globally recognized for its inventive tasting menus that marry Indian roots with contemporary global techniques.

After working in the kitchens of culinary legends like René Redzepi at Noma and Gaggan Anand, Garima launched Gaa to worldwide applause, earning a Michelin star just one year after its opening.

She was also named Asia’s Best Female n 2019 Chef

By the World’s 50 Best Restaurants*a testament to her impact and leadership in modern gastronomy.

Garima’s culinary philosophy centers around rediscovering the essence of Indian cooking*fermentation, ancestral techniques, and hyper-local ingredients*while presenting them in fresh, imaginative formats. Beyond the plate, she is the founder of Food Forward India, a movement dedicated to shaping the future of Indian cuisine through research, dialogue, and collaboration.

As a judge on MasterChef India, a mentor to young chefs, and a thought leader in global food innovation, Chef Garima Arora continues to elevate Indian cuisine on the world stage*breaking barriers, redefining excellence, and inspiring a generation.