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The Accidental Chef: A Life Beyond Kitchens by Dr. Chef Supritam Basu is more than a cookbook — it’s a journey through flavors, philosophy, and finding purpose beyond the plate. From a childhood filled with traditional Bengali aromas to commanding global five-star hotel kitchens, Dr. Basu’s story is a tapestry of passion, perseverance, and personal growth. Through every chapter, he reveals how food became a mirror for life — teaching discipline, humility, creativity, and the beauty of service. But this isn’t just about recipes. It’s about the transformation of a man who traded engineering for the culinary arts, who turned mistakes into milestones, and who found spirituality not in temples, but in the quiet rhythm of cooking. Along the way, he explores leadership, mindfulness, and the deeper connection between consciousness and cuisine. Blending memoir with mentorship, The Accidental Chef invites readers to rediscover food as art, science, and soul. Whether you’re a chef, a dreamer, or simply someone searching for balance in a noisy world, this book reminds you that true success isn’t about fame — it’s about flavoring life with purpose, compassion, and authenticity. A reflection on life, leadership, and legacy — told through the language of food.