Celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor advocates for the integration of artificial intelligence in the culinary world, emphasizing the importance of adapting to new technologies as part of progress.
MUMBAI — Renowned chef Sanjeev Kapoor has expressed his support for the integration of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), into the culinary landscape. He believes that technology should not be feared but embraced as a vital component of progress.
“Whether it is AI or any other technology, we always need to adapt to it, and we have — it may be the internet era or the AI. There is always going to be something new, and we will have to move forward along with it,” Kapoor stated. “So we should not be scared of the new technology; we should try to work along with it.”
Kapoor’s perspective comes at a time when the culinary world is increasingly exploring the potential of AI. Notably, filmmaker Hansal Mehta, who directed episodes of Kapoor’s acclaimed cooking show “Khana Khazana,” is currently developing India’s first AI-powered cooking series titled “Khana Dil Se.”
Mehta elaborated on the innovative concept, stating, “The use of AI will not just be as a visual and imagination tool, but as a collaborator in the storytelling itself. ‘Khana Dil Se’ reclaims food as a living cultural heritage.”
He emphasized the cultural significance of cooking, asserting that preparing a dish from another culture transcends mere recipe-following. “When you cook something from another culture, you are not just following a recipe; you are stepping into a piece of someone else’s life,” Mehta explained. “A recipe carries within it an entire history: of land, of migration, of a grandmother’s hands. These are probably humanity’s most durable cultural documents, passed down through generations, across borders, surviving when almost nothing else does. That’s what makes food such an honest way to look at people and who they really are.”
As the culinary industry continues to evolve, the integration of AI presents exciting opportunities for chefs and food enthusiasts alike. Kapoor’s advocacy for embracing technology reflects a broader trend in which culinary arts and innovation intersect, paving the way for new experiences in cooking and storytelling.
According to IANS, the fusion of AI and culinary traditions could redefine how we understand and appreciate food, making it a dynamic part of cultural exchange and heritage.