# Event Details - **Event Name**: Rachel Gurjar in Conversation for East to East - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 01 Nov, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun, 01 Nov, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event Description**: Rachel Gurjar in Conversation for East to East: Recipes and Stories from Mumbai to New York. Book signing to follow.About this EventRachel Gurjar, chef, food writer and recipe developer in conversation for East to East: Recipes and Stories from Mumbai to New York. Moderated by Adrianna Adarme, creator of A Cozy Kitchen. Book signing to follow.A joyful celebration of the immigrant experience told through the universal language of food. Brimming with raw, beautiful storytelling and 101 Indian-inspired recipes that draw on a global pantry and burst with flavor, this immersive cookbook will fill your heart and table."East to East is more than a collection of recipes. It’s a reclamation, a love letter, and a sharp meditation on what it means to build a life between cultures. Rachel’s food feels grounded in tradition yet alive in the present, inviting us to cook with curiosity, care, and a great deal of pride." —Andy Baraghani, New York Times bestselling author of The Cook You Want to BeMumbai-raised, New York City–based chef Rachel Gurjar shares the triumphs, hardships, and delicious discoveries that come from leaving your home and navigating a foreign country. Through inventive dishes that seamlessly blend the foods of her childhood and travels with beloved American staples, Gurjar’s cooking showcases the tantalizing possibilities that arise when cultures collide. Recipes for dishes ranging from condiments, snacks, and breads to entrees, drinks, and desserts include:Salmon Red KariPaneer with Sungold Tomatoes and BasilChicken Kebab Caesar SaladShrimp Biryani with Pineapple RaitaSpicy Butter Masala PastaDirty Chai Espresso MartinisCardamom Sticky Toffee CakeStunning photography enlivens these recipes and transports you to the streets and stoops of New York City and the beaches and markets of Mumbai. Written with honesty, passion, and vulnerability, East to East is both a tribute to the immigrant experience with all its highs and lows and a universal tale of resilience, courage, and identity. With this sumptuous guide, Rachel’s food—creative, balanced, complex-tasting, and always appealing—comes to your kitchen.HIGHLY COOKABLE RECIPES: Discover accessible dishes perfect for weeknight dinners and weekend hosting. This game-changing cookbook brings Indian food into your repertoire with a fresh spin and approachable instruction.FLAVORFUL FOOD: From Sweet and Sour Pomegranate Chex Mix to Cheesy Masala Eggs, Lamb Keema Taco Bowls, Cardamom Sticky Toffee Cake, and Haldi Doodh, these 100+ Indian and Indian-inspired recipes draw on global flavor.A CHEF’S JOURNEY: In these pages, Rachel Gurjar shares her story—from her childhood in Mumbai to her arrival in New York in the freezing midwinter, the racism she faced and her decision to forge onward, and that first juicy bite of a street taco that rocked her palate and changed her cooking forever. A Culinary Institute of America graduate and former food editor at Bon Appétit, she has now crafted her first cookbook, showcasing her incredible flair for making traditional dishes taste fresh and new. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/los-angeles/rachel-gurjar-in-conversation-for-east-to-east/100001998994267666 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, art, literary-art, health-wellness, meditation, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Now Serving - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 11.49, max: 40.89, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Los Angeles - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Now Serving - **lat**: 34.0615375 - **long**: -118.2399467 - **full address**: Now Serving, 727 North Broadway, Los Angeles, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Rachel Gurjar in Conversation for East to East - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/20829a40afa6a699298cccc368f0ed36f5f680a62e7211e903f05f7f8da172c3-rimg-w1200-h600-dcb84838-gmir.jpg?v=1787849114 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Rachel Gurjar in Conversation for East to East being held? - **A:** Rachel Gurjar in Conversation for East to East takes place on Sun, 01 Nov, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 01 Nov, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Now Serving, 727 North Broadway, Los Angeles, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Rachel Gurjar in Conversation for East to East? - **A:** Rachel Gurjar in Conversation for East to East is organized by Now Serving. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Rachel Gurjar in Conversation for East to East is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Los Angeles, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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