Meet home chef and baker Sneha Rao of Infinity Gourmet – a home kitchen based food venture in Chennai. Sneha specialises in whole wheat bakes and sauces. Let’s find out more about her 3 year old venture and her showcase at the makers makers this September…
A bit about yourself.
I am a global citizen from Southern Karnataka. After my MBA I worked at a cross-culture training firm. I was always an adventurous foodie, I enjoyed eating a wide range of cuisines. While working as a HR manager, I spent my leisure time on travel, looking for new culinary experiences.
After my marriage I began to cook. After my daughter was born, I was looking for ways to cook something delicious for her; to keep her food wholesome and nutritious. And now, 3 years later, here I am, where nutrition, love, happiness and sharing, all happens through cooking for my family and now I extend the same through my venture – Infinity Gourmet.
Infinity Gourmet is my effort to spread the joy through my culinary efforts, for everyone to enjoy healthy and nutritious food from around the world.
I cook always with whole grains, less or no sugar, kid friendly and with innovative recipes. Infinity Gourmet’s offerings include Italian sauces, oriental culinary pastes, spreads and nut butters, whole grain premixes, apart from a wide range of healthy bakes. We also cater to small-mid sized gatherings with a special emphasis on kids menu.
How did you begin Infinity Gourmet and how has it evolved?
Family and friends had been constantly pushing me into starting a culinary business on my own, ever since I started baking. Infinity Gourmet finally began when one friend insisted on paying for the pasta sauce I shared with her. Within a month Infinity Gourmet was born.
Infinity Gourmet has grown primarily through word of mouth and more recently through our social media presence. From 1-2 orders in a fortnight, Infinity Gourmet now has several customers who order multiple times every month. A constant stream of enquiries almost everyday on Facebook, apart from the honest feedback from keeps us motivated and helps us grow and improve.
What is your personal favorite pick from your Infinity Gourmet right now? And why?
Basil Pesto is our personal favourite. It has bold, fresh and summery flavors, while being super healthy on light on the palate.
What are your displaying at the By Hand, From The Heart.
We will be displaying our entire range of Italian sauces, oriental pastes and nut butters. Of course we will have a some select and eclectic bakes too!
What is a typical working day, like.
I start my day collating and logging our orders (after I pack my daughter off to school of course), cleaning and sanitizing my kitchen, sourcing fresh ingredients and whipping up the sauces, pastes and bakes by hand, to be delivered by the evening or the very next morning.
Our constant effort is to keep up the taste, goodness and quality of our product with fresh ingredients, all the while working with and improving authentic recipes
About your work premises.
I currently work out of my cozy home kitchen.
Any product /recipe story you would like to share.
One of my most memorable bakes is the lemongrass and coconut cake. It was born out of frustration with the disappointing dessert options at even the best Chinese and Thai restaurants. The cake exemplifies a great fusion of baking and Thai flavours, staying true to both.
By Hand From The Heart: MAKERS MARKET – 21st Edition
Date: Friday – Saturday, 8th – 9th September, 2017
Time: 10:00 a.m – 8:00 p.m
Venue: Crowne Plaza Chennai Adyar Park
Address: 132, T.T.K Road, Alwarpet, Chennai – 600018, Tamil Nadu. India
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