Join Monsoon Kitchens at NRA
for the most delicious, authentic Indian food
featuring vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
Savor classic Indian recipes
Explore exciting Indian Street Food
Discover Indian-inspired twists on American favorites
Stop by Booth#10634 Lakeside Pavilion – Natural and Organic Focus Area
At Monsoon Kitchens, we pride ourselves on home cooked quality. We believe that serving healthy, authentic Indian cuisine should be easy. Our product line includes delicious pre-made sauces, marinades, appetizers, chutneys, chicken entrees, vegetarian and vegan options.
Monsoon Kitchens NRA Debut – A True Taste of India
The buzz in the food world is that this is the year of Indian Food. It is truly the hottest food trend and if you are looking for spice, rice and everything nice you must venture into the wonderful world of Indian Cuisine. Millennials are constantly in search of new authentic flavors and their adventurous palates are helping Indian food come to center stage. Chefs across America are experimenting with Indian spices to enhance the flavor of traditional menus. The heightened awareness of vegetarian diets, health and a sustainable environment has America asking for more options. There is no better cuisine than Indian to satisfy those needs. Indians have been cooking delicious and sustainable vegetarian food for centuries and the world is just taking notice of it.
Monsoon Kitchens is a very passionate company from Boston that has a mission to drive this trend for years to come. Monsoon Kitchens was literally born on a kitchen table when a restaurant owner and a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Ph.D. in Nutrition Science saw a need for authentic home-style Indian offerings that were naturally pure, simply tasty and easy to make. From the beginning, a focus on quality has been a cornerstone of the company’s products. One of the Co-founders. Swati Elavia Ph.D., R.D. is obsessed with sourcing clean and minimally processed ingredients and developing nutritionally sound recipes. She is also a zealous guardian of truthful labels. Monsoon Kitchens’ corporate chef is welcomed by customers as he simplifies the cuisine and changes the perception of Indian cuisine as difficult and complex.
The results is a product portfolio that is a perfect solution for foodservice operators who are looking to enhance their menu and keep on trend to satisfy demanding dietary needs. The company has recently certified all its products for Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Vegan and Halal offerings. Monsoon Kitchens offers appetizers, chutneys, sauces, marinades and entrees that are a True taste of India.
The vegetarian and chicken samosas are truly the best bites at any party. A touch of flavor from our sauces, marinades and chutneys can enhance any meal without much effort. Fully finished vegetarian entrees are enjoyed by anyone who is vegetarian or trying to add more flavorful plant foods into their diet. Chicken entrees are simply a delight.
If you are looking for bold culinary adventure and flavorful solutions mark your calendar to visit Monsoon Kitchens at the NRA show in May 2017. Do not leave Chicago without trying Monsoon Kitchens’ Samosas and much more.
Experiencing the True Taste of India has never been easier.
Rusty Michael joins Monsoon Kitchens from Del Monte Foods, Inc. where he worked as a National Account Manager in the non-commercial segment. Prior to Del Monte, he worked for General Mills, Heinz and a food service broker with national, regional and local operators/distributors. Rusty began his food service career as a Kitchen Manager and Chef in Hotel and Restaurant Kitchens.He received his A.A.S in Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales in Providence, RI and his B.A. in Communications from Elon University in North Carolina.
Rusty enjoys spending time with his family and friends, cooking, traveling, and serving the community. He is married to his wife, Erin and has two children, Riley(6) and Jack(5).
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Jan comes to us with over 21 years of experience in a foodservice broker administrative sales support role, with great energy and passion for her work.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, reading and gardening.
Please join us in celebrating Jan’s addition to our Monsoon family. Welcome Jan!
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BOSTON, Mass. – Monsoon Kitchens, authentic ready-to-serve Indian cuisine, announces the addition of over 20 year culinary veteran, Srinivas Ramachandran, to their growing team. Ramachandran will be based out of the Chicago, IL area as a vital member of the Monsoon Kitchens national culinary and sales team.
“We look forward to adding his authentic experience and fusion creativity to the Monsoon Kitchens team and highlighting his special insights and recipes on our new interactive website and blog which launched last week” states Co-Founder of Monsoon Kitchens, Swati Elavia.
“Chef Srini” started his journey into the food industry at culinary school in the silicon valley of India-Bangalore. Immediately following, he continued creating beautiful taste bites of international cuisine while increasing his experience through the ranks of Taj Mumbai, Wyndham, Cheesecake Factory, Sodexo and Compass Dining.
His blended passion for food with an entrepreneurial spirit is reflected through launching Spice it Up restaurant in Naperville, IL and being awarded Regional Chef of the Year with Compass Group in 2015.
When he is not cooking, Chef Srini enjoys socializing, travelling, and discovering new flavors at every given opportunity.
About Monsoon Kitchens
In 2003, two successful Indian entrepreneurs saw a growing demand for high quality, ready-to-serve, all natural Indian food. Combining restaurant expertise with a Registered Dietitian with a Ph. D. in Nutrition Science, they put their heads and family recipes together and Monsoon Kitchens was born. Today, Monsoon Kitchens offers a full line of frozen appetizers, sauces, marinades, chutneys and entrees. Our products feature the best of healthy eating, flavorful culinary exploration and imaginative fusion creativity.
