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Vikas Khanna hosts NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani for Iftar at Bungalow: Watch video
Chef Vikas Khanna hosts NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani for iftar at Bungalow, 25 years after first meeting him
Chef Vikas Khanna hosts NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani for iftar at Bungalow, 25 years after first meeting him
Vikas Khanna pens emotional letter on social media as his NYC establishment hosts Mayor Zohran Mamdani for Iftar.
Updated on: Mar 16, 2026 10:22 AM IST By Debapriya Bhattacharya Share via Copy link Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna has had a fairy tale journey, starting his culinary experience in Amritsar as a teenager and now owning luxury dining establishments across the globe. Zohram Mamdani with Vikas Khanna and his team at Bungalow. (@vikaskhannagroup/Instagram) Also Read | Inside Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha's dreamy Thailand vacation: From bustling cityscapes to a seaside fam wedding Earlier in March, the MasterChef India judge had a nostalgic moment as he hosted New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani at his flagship restaurant, Bungalow, in East Village, during the month of Ramadan.Zohran Mamdani’s visit to Bungalow
Vikas shared a reel on Instagram showcasing how the restaurant prepared for Zohran’s visit, which is not very different from other days for the Michelin Bib Gourmand-winning restaurant, but definitely more emotional for the host. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vikas Khanna (@vikaskhannagroup) Flower petals and lit lamps welcomed guests, setting the mood for a dreamy evening curated by the chef himself. The Mayor arrived dressed in a comfortable attire comprising a dark blue full-sleeved t-shirt, dark pants and a matching cap, and of course, his signature heart smile. Zohran posed for photographs with the team, as well as visited the kitchen after his meal to compliment the staff for the “incredible food.”Vikas Khanna’s trip down memory lane
The experience of hosting Zohran at his establishment made Vikas nostalgic, as he had known the Mayor a long time before he became a prominent figure in American politics, as well as his mother, filmmaker Mira Nair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vikas Khanna (@vikaskhannagroup) The celebrity chef penned an emotional caption for the reel showcasing Zohran’s visit, reminiscing about the time that they first met and how they had kept in touch since. “It was in 2001 when I first met Zohran Mamdani,” he wrote. “I had just survived homelessness, left a very abusive job, and started working at Salaam Bombay restaurant in Tribeca. I loved the name — it was also my favourite film by the iconic Mira Nair.” “One day, Mira walked in with her very young 8-year-old son, Zohran,” he continued. “Mira was one of the most supportive humans I met in New York. Over the years, we stayed in touch, and I had the privilege of catering some of her events.” After more than two and a half decades, when he is hosting Mayor Mandani at his own award-winning establishment, for Vikas, it was a ‘life coming full circle’ moment. “And today, 25+ years later, I had the honour of cooking for that same young boy — now a global leader shaping the future of New York City. Life truly comes full circle,” read the caption. “When Mysha served him a date to break his fast today, it was an emotional and deeply proud moment for us.” The chef signed off, saying, “Thank you @zohrankmamdani for celebrating Iftar with us today. Cooking for you was deeply personal 25 years ago — and it feels even more meaningful today.” Note to readers: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Debapriya Bhattacharya Debapriya Bhattacharya is a Content Producer at Hindustan Times. He started his career in 2022, working in newsrooms in beats like education, US news, trending stories, and entertainment. In his new role in the lifestyle desk, he seeks to deliver a balanced blend of research-driven reporting and creative storytelling from health and recipes to art and culture. Science, philosophy, food and pop culture are what pump his veins and help bring heart to his stories. Debapriya tries to see out subjects that will allow him and readers to explore new frontiers and improve the quality of life for all. The explorations can be both external and internal, as thoughts seek to be as chaotic as the greater universe. As a citizen of the world, Debapriya has been fascinated by the lives of people across the globe throughout time. His curiosity leads him to explore new linguistic and cultural landscapes to broaden his horizons and deepen his understanding of global narratives. Beyond the newsroom, Debapriya loves to participate in debate and theatre, spaces that he considers to be holy grounds for nuance and self-expression. A graduate from Ashutosh College, University of Calcutta, Debapriya completed his Master's degree from the same university in 2022. An ambiverted bibliophile, he loves his solitude as much as he adores stimulating conversations. And despite his reverence for tech, libraries continue to be his favourite place for research.Read More Celebrity Chef Vikas Khanna News / Lifestyle / Food / Chef Vikas Khanna Hosts NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani For Iftar At Bungalow, 25 Years After First Meeting Him See Less News / Lifestyle / Food / Chef Vikas Khanna Hosts NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani For Iftar At Bungalow, 25 Years After First Meeting HimCelebrity chef Vikas Khanna has had a fairy tale journey, starting his culinary experience in Amritsar as a teenager and now owning luxury dining establishments across the globe.
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Earlier in March, the MasterChef India judge had a nostalgic moment as he hosted New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani at his flagship restaurant, Bungalow, in East Village, during the month of Ramadan.
Flower petals and lit lamps welcomed guests, setting the mood for a dreamy evening curated by the chef himself. The Mayor arrived dressed in a comfortable attire comprising a dark blue full-sleeved t-shirt, dark pants and a matching cap, and of course, his signature heart smile.
Zohran posed for photographs with the team, as well as visited the kitchen after his meal to compliment the staff for the “incredible food.”
The celebrity chef penned an emotional caption for the reel showcasing Zohran’s visit, reminiscing about the time that they first met and how they had kept in touch since.
“It was in 2001 when I first met Zohran Mamdani,” he wrote. “I had just survived homelessness, left a very abusive job, and started working at Salaam Bombay restaurant in Tribeca. I loved the name — it was also my favourite film by the iconic Mira Nair.”
“One day, Mira walked in with her very young 8-year-old son, Zohran,” he continued. “Mira was one of the most supportive humans I met in New York. Over the years, we stayed in touch, and I had the privilege of catering some of her events.”
After more than two and a half decades, when he is hosting Mayor Mandani at his own award-winning establishment, for Vikas, it was a ‘life coming full circle’ moment.
“And today, 25+ years later, I had the honour of cooking for that same young boy — now a global leader shaping the future of New York City. Life truly comes full circle,” read the caption. “When Mysha served him a date to break his fast today, it was an emotional and deeply proud moment for us.”
The chef signed off, saying, “Thank you @zohrankmamdani for celebrating Iftar with us today. Cooking for you was deeply personal 25 years ago — and it feels even more meaningful today.”
Note to readers: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.
Source: HindustanTimes
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