Vikram Vij

Chef Vikram Vij is a celebrated culinary icon known for revolutionizing Indian cuisine in Canada through his acclaimed restaurant, Vij's, which has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Restaurant of the Year award from Vancouver Magazine (2015). Renowned for an innovative approach that fuses traditional Indian flavors with local ingredients, Vikram's culinary artistry has earned him a following and critical acclaim, including a spot on Top Chef Canada . His three previous...See more

Chef Vikram Vij is a celebrated culinary icon known for revolutionizing Indian cuisine in Canada through his acclaimed restaurant, Vij's, which has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Restaurant of the Year award from Vancouver Magazine (2015). Renowned for an innovative approach that fuses traditional Indian flavors with local ingredients, Vikram's culinary artistry has earned him a following and critical acclaim, including a spot on Top Chef Canada . His three previous cookbooks, written with Meeru Dhalwala, have been national bestsellers and have won several awards, including Cuisine Canada's Gold Award for Best Cookbook, the Cordon d'Or Gold Ribbon International Cookbook Award, and a Gourmand World Cookbook Award for International Indian Cookbook of the Year. With a commitment to elevating Indian cuisine and promoting diversity in the culinary world, Vikram continues to be a beacon of excellence and creativity in the gastronomic landscape. He lives in Vancouver, Canada. See less