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Chef Vijay Kumar Wins Prestigious La Liste 'Talent Of The Year'
4 Dec
Summary
- Chef Vijay Kumar received the 'Talent Of The Year' award by La Liste 2026.
- He leads New York's Michelin-starred Semma, serving authentic South Indian cuisine.
- Kumar was also named Best Chef in New York State by the James Beard Awards.
Indian chef Vijay Kumar has been honored with the 'Talent Of The Year' award by La Liste 2026. Currently leading New York's acclaimed Semma, a Michelin-starred restaurant, Kumar is celebrated for his authentic and bold South Indian culinary creations. Many dishes at Semma are inspired by his upbringing in Tamil Nadu, offering international diners a genuine taste of his heritage.
Despite being unable to attend the ceremony in Paris, Kumar's contribution was acknowledged, with his award accepted by restaurateur Roni Mazumdar. Semma, under his leadership, has achieved significant recognition, including retaining its Michelin star since 2022 and being named the No. 1 restaurant in New York by The New York Times earlier in 2025.
Chef Kumar's accolades extend beyond Semma; he was also named Best Chef in New York State for 2025 by the prestigious James Beard Awards. He is among six chefs globally to receive La Liste's special 'Talent Of The Year' award, underscoring his rising influence in the international culinary scene.
