Known for her vibrant energy and fearless fusion of Indian spices with global techniques, she is a household name in the U.S. as a long-time judge on Food Network’s Chopped, as well as appearances on Iron Chef America, Tournament of Champions, and Guy’s Grocery Games.

Born and raised in India, Maneet graduated from the Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration and honed her skills at the Culinary Institute of America. She quickly made a mark on the U.S. culinary scene with leadership roles in top New York kitchens before launching her flagship restaurant Chauhan Ale & Masala House in Nashville. Her growing restaurant empire under Morph Hospitality Group now includes multiple award-winning concepts that celebrate the bold, colorful, and complex flavors of Indian cuisine.

Maneet is also a James Beard Award of Excellence recipient, a bestselling author (Flavors of My World, Chaat), and an advocate for cultural inclusion in the culinary arts. Through her writing, mentoring, and media presence, she continues to elevate the global perception of Indian food and pave the way for South Asian women in gastronomy.

With her signature warmth, fearless creativity, and trailblazing spirit, Chef Maneet Chauhan is not only a culinary powerhouse but also a cultural ambassador for modern Indian cuisine on the world stage.