Revelations: Jiwan Lal, executive chef, Babur, London
We delve into the life and inner thoughts of a top chef. This week: Jiwan Lal, executive chef, Babur, London
What was your best subject at school?
Science and art
What was your first job?
Pharmacist assistant
What was your first job in catering?
Commis chef at ITC Hotel, Rajputana Jaipur
What do you normally have for breakfast?
Aloo paratha and cereals
What do you do to relax?
I like to watch comedians on TV
Which is your favourite restaurant?
Rasoi by Vineet Bhatia in Jeddah
When and where was your last holiday?
Turkey
What is your favourite drink?
Classic mojito
Which ingredient do you hate the most?
Poppy seeds
What flavour combinations do you detest?
Sweet and spicy
How would you describe your desk?
My desk is usually covered with a condiments tray, a chopping board and chef tools
Cast away on a desert island, what luxury would you take?
4x4 vehicle
What daily newspaper/website do you read?
BBC News
If you had not gone into catering, where do you think you would be now?
The army
What's your favourite hotel?
Oberois hotel in Cecil Shimla, India
Tell us a secret...
I occasionally drink wine
When did you last eat a hamburger?
Five years ago
What's your favourite film?
Avatar
What's your favourite book?
Prashad-Cooking with Indian Masters by J Inder Singh Kalra
If you had more time, what would you do?
Travel to different countries and try their local food
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