"Crafting Culinary
Excellence Across
Continents
Years Experience
Completed Projects
Happy Customers
Honors and Awards
What I Offer?
Pan Asian Culinary
Consulting
Offering expert guidance to restaurants, hotels, and brands seeking to enhance or launch authentic Pan Asian cuisine. From menu structure to kitchen workflow, I tailor strategies that balance tradition with innovation
Pre-Opening Restaurant
Planning
Providing end-to-end support for new restaurant launches, including kitchen design and management, staff training, SOP development, and culinary direction. Ensuring a seamless setup that’s guest-ready from day one.
Menu Curation And
Development
Crafting innovative, seasonal, and market-responsive menus tailored to the unique identity of each restaurant or brand. My approach blends global culinary trends with local and regional influences, ensuring each dish tells a story.
Live Cooking Events
Delivering immersive dining experiences through chef’s table sessions, pop-ups, and interactive live kitchens. Designed to entertain, educate, and elevate brand engagement
Food Styling for Media
Specializing in visually compelling food presentations for photography, video shoots, branding, and promotional campaigns. Perfect for restaurant menus, digital marketing, and media publications.
Work Experience
Executive Chef - China Spice Group - Nicosia, Cyprus | June 2023 - Present
Led the culinary operations in Engomi, Nicosia with precision and innovation. Managed team training, menu development, and premium guest experiences for a luxury Pan Asian restaurant.
Chef De Cuisine - JW Marriott Kolkata - India | Dec 2021 - May 2023
Head of Vintage Asia, overseeing all kitchen operations and Pan Asian cuisine innovation. Collaborated with Michelin-star chefs and led signature pop-ups and events.
Sr. Sous Chef - The Leela Palace Chennai - India | Feb 2020 - Dec 2021
In charge of China XO, one of India’s top Chinese restaurants. Led food quality, guest satisfaction, banquet services, and team development for 5-star standards.
Academic Qualification
Higher Secondary Education
Completed 12th grade education in Kathmandu. Developed strong foundation in
general academics to support future culinary passion.
Secondary Board Examination
Completed 12th grade education in Kathmandu. Developed strong foundation in
general academics to support future culinary passion.
Client Testimonials
Testimonial 1
Working with Artur has been a pleasure. Better yet - I alerted them of a minor issue before going to sleep. The issue was fixed the next morning. I couldn't ask for better support. Thank you Artur! This is easily a 5 star freelancer.
Testimonial 2
Working with Artur has been a pleasure. Better yet - I alerted them of a minor issue before going to sleep. The issue was fixed the next morning. I couldn't ask for better support. Thank you Artur! This is easily a 5 star freelancer.
Testimonial 3
Working with Artur has been a pleasure. Better yet - I alerted them of a minor issue before going to sleep. The issue was fixed the next morning. I couldn't ask for better support. Thank you Artur! This is easily a 5 star freelancer.
Testimonial 4
Working with Artur has been a pleasure. Better yet - I alerted them of a minor issue before going to sleep. The issue was fixed the next morning. I couldn't ask for better support. Thank you Artur! This is easily a 5 star freelancer.
My Blog
A Culinary Journey: Southern Thai Pop-Up at JW Marriott Kolkata
An unforgettable collaboration between Chef Tej B. Saru and Chef Laongdao “Aong” from Ritz Carlton Krabi In October 2022, the…
The Art of Pan Asian Cuisine: A Culinary Journey
Explore the rich tapestry of Pan Asian cuisine, a harmonious blend of flavors, techniques, and traditions from across Asia. As…
Culinary Diplomacy: How Food Bridges Cultures
Food serves as a universal language, transcending borders and fostering connections. Tej Saru Magar explores the concept of culinary diplomacy…