Portfolio

My culinary work portfolio includes the following areas of expertise. Examples and links are shared below.

recipe development
food writing
food styling
production & storytelling
teaching and public engagement

You can find my longform bio here. My extensive social media experience can be reviewed through my Instagram profile @pinkchai

RECIPE DEVELOPMENT & FOOD STYLING

Client: Joie Farm Winery
Recipe: Avocado Pakoras | Wine Pairing

Client: Ritz Crackers
Recipe: Chili Cheese Parontha | First Gen Canadian Fusion Dishes

Client: California Strawberries
Recipe: Eggless Strawberry Cake | Seasonal Recipes

Client: BC Turkey
Recipe: Turkey Lasagna | Comfort Foods for Winter

Client: Happy Dairy Canada
Recipe: Paneer & Black Bean Nachos | Easy Entertaining

FOOD WRITING

Publication: Vancouver Sun
Article: Saag is a Celebration of Winter Greens

Publication: Vancouver Sun
Article: Pomegranate rosemary fizz a sweet holiday cocktail

Publication: Vancouver Sun
Article: Try these Dubai chocolate cheesecake cups for Eid celebrations

Publication: Darpan Magazine
Article: Vaisakhi Recipes Pullout Section including; mango paneer cheesecake, macadamia nut bars, masala fried rice, and sliced Punjabi salad

Publication: Globe & Mail
Recipe: Ghee Cake (Included within article)

PRODUCTION AND NARRATIVE STORYTELLING

Platform: CBC Creator Network
Segment Name: Explore the vibrant flavours of Pakistan in Surrey’s food scene

Platform: CBC Creator Network
Segment Name: Embracing Christmas traditions as a newcomer to Canada

Platform: Instagram
Segment Name: How far would you travel for a meal?

Platform: Instagram
Segment Name: Andaza cooking

Platform: Instagram
Segment Name: Fry-peen vali bread

TEACHING AND PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT

Venue: Diwalifest
Project: Cooking Classes

Venue: Richmond World Festival
Project: Cooking Demonstration