Journey of Saransh Goila: From Veggie Roots to Butter Chicken Fame

In this episode of 'Chasing Creativity,' host Kiran Manral interviews chef and entrepreneur Saransh Goila. Saransh shares his fascinating journey, starting from his Marwari and Sindhi roots, initially growing up vegetarian in Delhi, to tasting and later perfecting butter chicken. Known for trademarking 'Goila's Butter Chicken,' Saransh talks about his unique culinary inspirations, the challenges of scaling up a food brand, and blending his passion for acting and cooking into a successful career. With insights on growing as a chef and an entrepreneur, this episode provides an in-depth look into the evolution of Saransh's multifaceted career. 00:00 Introduction to Chasing Creativity 01:05 Saransh Goila's Culinary Journey Begins 02:24 Family Influence and Early Cooking Experiences 04:48 Pursuing a Culinary Career 06:30 From Chef to TV Personality 10:31 Winning the Maha Challenge 14:20 The Birth of Goila Butter Chicken 22:05 Elevating Expectations: From TV Chef to Brand Visionary 22:43 The Business Side: Marketing, Packaging, and Data 26:09 Challenges of Scaling Up: Quality and Consistency 28:26 Learning from Mistakes: Adapting Processes for Growth 32:01 Partnerships and Expansion: Biryani by Kilo Collaboration 36:10 Creative Process: Balancing Tradition and Innovation 40:54 Content Creation: Juggling Chef and Influencer Roles 44:27 Future Plans: Scaling, Content, and Personal Favorites