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Subrat SaurabhAuthor of Kuch Woh PalChandan Gopal Chari, aged 53, is an author who has overcome numerous challenges in life to become a renowned culinary expert and a versatile writer. Born and brought up in the village of Bastora, Goa, Chandan's journey has been characterized by hard work, determination, and a passion for Italian cuisine. Chandan's culinary journey began 33 years ago when he specialized in Italian cuisine, focusing on the art of creating delectable pizzas and pastas. His dedication and commitment to his craft have carned him extensive experience, having worked in various locations across India, including Goa anRead More...
Chandan Gopal Chari, aged 53, is an author who has overcome numerous challenges in life to become a renowned culinary expert and a versatile writer. Born and brought up in the village of Bastora, Goa, Chandan's journey has been characterized by hard work, determination, and a passion for Italian cuisine.
Chandan's culinary journey began 33 years ago when he specialized in Italian cuisine, focusing on the art of creating delectable pizzas and pastas. His dedication and commitment to his craft have carned him extensive
experience, having worked in various locations across India, including Goa and Mumbai. He has also
gained international exposure as an international Chef from India, having worked in Oman (Muscat), UAE (Dubai), Croatia
(Pas, Simuni), and former Yugoslavia.
Education played a significant role in Chandan's development as a chef. He attended Dyanprasarak High School in Mapusa, followed by St. Xavier's College in Mapusa. Chandan further honed his culinary skills by studying at IHM (Porvorim).
His passion for cooking extends beyond his personal success as he also worked as a culinary professor, training aspiring culinarv students to become international Indian Chefs during the summer from 2008 to 2012
Notably, Chandan's culinary expertise has been recognized and celebrated. He had the privilege of working at the renowned Baba's Wood Cafe as an overall chef, where they received the prestigious Best Italian Restaurant in Goa award
three times or the Nicht Food Awords
Outside the realm of culinary arts, Chandan has a fulfilling personal life. He is happily married to his wife, Anjali, and together they have three children - Nidhi (20), Schuti (18), and Neil (11). When he is not busy in the kitchen or writing, Chandan indulges in his hobbies, which include writing, philately, and numismatics. His impressive collection boasts currency notes from over 100 countries, while his coin collection weighs an astonishing 26 kilograms.
Chandan's writing prowess is not limited to the culinary world. He has showcased his creative abilities through various literary forms, including poems, songs, children's stories, short stories, dramas, and novels. His writing explores a range of genre: and themes. captivating readers with his imaginative storvtelling
In addition to his professional and creative endeavors, Chandan values meaningful connections and cherishes the friendships he has made along the way. He maintains a healthy lifestyle by abstaining from smoking and drinking, focusing on his passion
for culinorv eycellence and literarv pursuits
Chandan Gopal Chari's life is a testament to the power of hard work, resilience, and following one's passions. Through his culinary expertise and literary talents, he continues to inspire others and leave a lasting impact on the world of food and literature.
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Born Poor is a story based on true incidents which I witnessed with my very own eyes. It depicts how many women - from various South Asian, East Asian countries and Africa - travel to the Middle East full of dreams and hopes. They accept meager salaries, which however translates into a decent carning back home, thanks to currency exchange values.
Most work as housemaids. Consequently, they sacrifice their whole life and also fall prey to their bosses.
Born Poor is a story based on true incidents which I witnessed with my very own eyes. It depicts how many women - from various South Asian, East Asian countries and Africa - travel to the Middle East full of dreams and hopes. They accept meager salaries, which however translates into a decent carning back home, thanks to currency exchange values.
Most work as housemaids. Consequently, they sacrifice their whole life and also fall prey to their bosses.
They are sexually abused, even raped, and full of guilt, they do not wish to live any more.
Take the case of a young and beautiful Filipino girl who worked as a housemaid, and was threatened with execution in the United Arab Emirates at the age of 16. She had been sentenced by an Islamic court on the charge of stabbing her employer when he attempted to rape her. "I can't feel happy here because I am always watched, and every mistake is seized upon. Everything just seems chaotic," she said of life as an emigrant.
Born Poor is a story that aims to make the reading public about the harsh reality of lives in our times. To be aware of the travails that our fellow human beings face, and how they need support - especially in the case of the poor who happen to be women. Those who work so hard, and travel long distances, not because chey want to live in 'Paradise, but because they aim to tend to their children, to look after their families, to send their earnings home in trving and touch situations.
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