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I create modern, story-driven dining experiences that blend fine-dining technique with warm, home-style hospitality—right at your table.

Akshat Chawla

I bring Michelin-level technique to modern Indian dining—personal, interactive, and unforgettable.

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I grew up immersed in Indian flavors, and I turned that lifelong fascination into a career across India, Dubai, and Toronto. My training began in India and took me to JW Marriott New Delhi, before I moved to Dubai to work alongside Chef Himanshu Saini at Trèsind—where I learned to reinterpret traditional dishes through a modern fine-dining lens, balancing heritage with innovation.

In Canada, I studied hospitality at Seneca and Humber College and worked as a Sous Chef at Farzi Café in Mississauga. I also built my own ventures, from Indian cloud kitchens to my upscale-casual restaurant Carnival in Toronto, and my full-service catering company Toronto House Party. Today, I bring restaurant-quality food into your home with tasting menus, chef’s table experiences, and fully customized events—from an intimate dinner for two to celebrations for 200 guests.

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Cook like a scientist, plate like an artist, and season like my mom is watching.

What you can expect when you book with me

I tell stories through flavor

For me, cooking is storytelling on a plate—turning memories, spices, and warmth into moments you’ll never forget.

I’m trained in luxury and Michelin-level kitchens

I learned to cook at home in India, refined my craft at JW Marriott New Delhi, and sharpened it in Michelin-level kitchens like Tresind.

I obsess over details, without losing soul

Cook like a scientist, plate like an artist, and season like my mom is watching.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are my rates for private chef services in Canada?

I build every menu from scratch, so what you pay depends on the dishes, how many guests, and the kind of service you want. Most of my dinners come to around 152 CAD, and I'll always work with the budget you have in mind. Send me a message and I'll put together a proposal for your event.

What kind of food do I specialize in?

I cook Chef's special, Italian, Fusion and French. I build my menus around ingredients that are in season and bought locally, because that's where the flavour is. And if anyone at your table has a dietary restriction, just tell me and I'll adjust the dishes so no one misses out.

How can you book my private chef services in Canada?

To book me in Canada, click the Book Now button on this page and follow the steps. You'll add your event date, guest count, and any dietary restrictions as you go. Once your request comes through, I read it myself and reply with a menu proposal and the dates I have open.

Do I provide private chef services for events or special occasions?

Yes. I regularly cook for Birthday, Family reunion, Friends gathering and Romantic night. I handle the menu, the timing, and the setup so the meal fits the kind of event you're throwing. Send me your date and I'll check whether I'm free.

Can the menus accommodate food allergies or dietary restrictions?

Choose a menu, share your event details, and the Private Chef Manager team will help confirm the experience with the chef.