Chef Trades Michelin-Listed Kitchen for Dubai Street Food Venture

Chef Pradeep Khullar, alongside partner Saubhagi Veer, recently transitioned from high-end fine dining to opening Bhaturewala, a takeaway shop in Dubai. The decision followed Khullar's tenure at Nazaara, a restaurant featured in the Michelin Guide Dubai's Selected list.

The shop focuses on a singular, authentic menu featuring chole bhature, mutton bhature, and lassi. Priced at approximately ₹520 per plate, the offering aims to provide a nostalgic experience for customers.

Despite significant demand, the owners have capped daily production at 200 plates. Khullar maintains strict quality control, reportedly discarding batches that do not meet his standards rather than rushing orders to accommodate the long queues.

Khullar’s culinary background includes years of experience at prominent Indian restaurant brands. He transitioned into the hospitality industry in 2004 and moved to Dubai in 2015, eventually choosing to prioritize comfort food over the complexities of multi-course fine dining.