Chintan Pandya, Mumbai-born and Oberoi-trained, co-founded Unapologetic Foods, including NYC favorites Adda, Dhamaka, and Semma. In 2022, he won the James Beard Award for Best Chef: New York State, making history for Indian cuisine. His restaurants are celebrated for bold provincial Indian fare, chef-driven creativity, and cultural authenticity, solidifying his role as one of America’s most compelling culinary voices.