Interview with Jehangir Mehta

Posted on 01. Wed, 2010 by admin in Interviews/Stories

Though born into a family of accountants, Jehangir Mehta developed a special bond to cooking at a very early age. And it was no surprise to his family when he aspired to be a pastry chef. After graduating from The Culinary Institute of America, he worked at many of New York City’s finest restaurants, including L’Absinthe, Jean Georges, Mercer Kitchen, Union Pacific, and Aix. Now, this Mumbai-born talented chef blends his cultural heritage to create fascinating desserts for his clientele at Sapa in New York. He also owns Partistry, well known for its own line of handmade chocolates, exclusive party planning projects, and private cooking classes for children and adults. NAC: You were born in Mumbai and born into a [...]

Jamun with Stewed Strawberries and Balsamic Vinegar

Posted on 01. Sun, 2010 by grace in Diwali, Indian, Sweets

Jehangir Mehta

Posted on 01. Tue, 2010 by grace in Chefs, Restaurants

Graffiti Food & Wine Bar 224 East 10th Street New York, NY 10002 212-464-7743 He’s a creative genius, one of the hardest working men in the food biz, eloquent and also truly a nice guy. A visit to his restaurant Graffiti will confirm it all. Chef Jehangir Mehta opened Graffiti in the East Village of New York City in 2007 after being highly acclaimed at New York City restaurants including Aix, Compass, and Jean-Georges. It all started when, much to the amusement of his family’s maids and cooks, Mumbai-born Jehangir took an interest in the goings-on of the kitchen. After he voiced a desire to pursue a career in the culinary arts, Jehangir’s family put their full support behind him [...]