Top 20 Indian Chef Influencers on Instagram (Oct 2026)

We found 175 chef Influencers in India
These influencers mention 'chef' in their Instagram bio and have audiences primarily in India. Here are the top 20. To run a custom search, check out Modash's influencer discovery features (free to try).
10/19/2026
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1. Sri priya

India

Home Chef ❤️😋| 1.5+M YouTube Family❤️ YouTuber | Influencer | Mom | DM & 📧spicyfoodcook@gmail.com for collab / promotion @spicysamayals

Followers
929.1k
Fake followers
20.14%
Engagement rate
2.28%
Average Reel plays
769.2k
Audience gender
female
55.45%
male
44.55%
Engagement rate benchmark
  • Median
Audience location by country
India
84.15%
Malaysia
4.35%
Sri Lanka
1.87%
United Arab Emirates
1.66%
United States
1.24%
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2. Dr. Rukhsaar Sayeed

India

"THE TECH CHEF" MasterChef India | Runner-up Founder @khalis_foods Kashmiri Food Technologist | Ted X Speaker Email for collaborations

Followers
632.5k
Fake followers
18.19%
Engagement rate
2.15%
Average Reel plays
482.6k
Audience gender
female
74.24%
male
25.76%
Top performing Reels
  1. PESHAWARI QISSA KHAWANI KHEER This isn’t your everyday kheer. This is the iconic Qissa Khawani Kheer — a 70-year-old recipe born in the heart of Peshawar’s Qissa Khwani Bazaar. What makes it special? A velvety blend of cooked rice, rusk, milk powder, and milk, slow-cooked to a rich, creamy perfection, and elevated with a touch of caramel for that deep, unforgettable flavour. One bite, and you’ll know why this kheer has been passed down like a delicious secret for generations. Wardrobe @thedressrobe2020 Ingredients pinned 📌 in comments. Method: Step 1: Prepare the creamy base 1. In a blender, combine cooked rice, rusk, milk powder, and half a cup of milk. 2. Blend it into a smooth, lump-free mixture. This gives the kheer its iconic texture. 🔸 Step 2: Cook the kheer 1. In a deep, heavy-bottomed pan, pour the remaining milk. 2. Add sugar, saffron, cardamom powder (if using), and chopped nuts. 3. Let it come to a boil on medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 5–7 minutes. 🔸 Step 3: Add the rice-rusk mixture 1. Now pour in the blended mixture slowly while stirring continuously. 2. Cook on low flame, stirring often, until the kheer thickens — about 10–15 minutes. You’ll notice it becoming velvety and luscious. 🔸 Step 4: Make the caramel 1. In a small pan, melt 2 tbsp sugar on low heat till it turns golden brown. 2. Immediately (but carefully), pour it into the kheer and stir it in. This adds a deep, nutty sweetness and signature flavour. 🔸 Step 5: Cool & garnish 1. Let the kheer cool to room temperature, then chill it for a few hours. 2. Garnish with more sliced nuts and saffron before serving. Pro Tips: For a smokier depth, you can even burn slightly the caramel before adding. This tastes even better the next day once flavors mature. #kheer #kheerrecipe #peshawar #peshawari #recipe #recipes #cooking #qissakhwani Do you like Kheer?
    634.8k
  2. 228.6k
  3. 213.9k
Engagement rate benchmark
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Audience location by country
India
79.97%
Pakistan
4.36%
United States
3.52%
United Arab Emirates
2.6%
Canada
1.76%
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3. Sarabjit Kaur

India

𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫 | 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐦 | 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐟 Creating spaces that feel as good as they look. ~ sarabjitkaur2804@gmail.com ~ 📍Odisha

Followers
411.6k
Fake followers
22.37%
Engagement rate
2.17%
Average Reel plays
73.9k
Audience gender
female
82.15%
male
17.85%
Top performing Reels
  1. 96.6k
  2. 39.1k
  3. 38.2k
Engagement rate benchmark
  • Median
Audience location by country
India
77.88%
United States
3.26%
Bangladesh
2.38%
United Arab Emirates
1.3%
United Kingdom
1.16%
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4. Shiwani Khilwani

India

Chef | Food Creator @tajmahalmumbai • @carnival On the go, but always hungry Food | Travel | Recipes

Followers
324.3k
Fake followers
19.46%
Engagement rate
2.71%
Average Reel plays
359.4k
Audience gender
female
77.21%
male
22.79%
Top performing Reels
  1. Stuffed Pizza Pockets | Bhook Lagi Kya? | Episode 55 Ingredients:- For the filling • Mayonnaise Finely chopped onion • Finely chopped capsicum • Finely chopped cabbage • Paneer (crumbled + bite-sized pieces) • Salt, to taste • Oregano, Chilli Flakes • Black pepper, to taste For the sauce • Tomato ketchup • Chilli sauce • Soy sauce Other • Pizza base • Butter (for cooking) _______ Method:- 1. In a bowl, add mayonnaise, finely chopped onion, capsicum, and cabbage. 2. Crumble some paneer using your hands and add it to the bowl along with a few bite-sized paneer pieces. 3. Season with salt and black pepper, Oregano, Chilli flakes and mix everything well. The filling is ready. 4. In another bowl, add tomato ketchup, chilli sauce, and soy sauce. Mix well to prepare the sauce. 5. Take a pizza base and cut it into four equal pieces. 6. Pick one piece and carefully make a slit in the centre to form a pocket, making sure not to cut it all the way through. 7. Spread the prepared sauce evenly on both inner sides of the pocket. 8. Generously fill the pocket with the prepared paneer and vegetable stuffing. Make sure it’s nicely packed but not overstuffed. 9. Heat butter in a pan and place the stuffed pizza pockets on it. 10. Cook well from both sides until golden and crispy, ensuring the filling side is also properly cooked. 11. Serve hot and enjoy - crispy outside, cheesy inside! . . . . . {Stuffed pizza pockets, Sandwiches, Stuffed sandwiches, Cheesy pizza, Pasta recipe, Cheesy goodness, HomemadePizza, Easy Veg snacks, Evening snacks recipe, Paneer Pockets, Veggie Pockets, Bhookh lagi kya, Veg Snacks, Evening snack, Cravings, Food Content Creator, Loaded Pizza, Double cheese pizza, Best pizza, Pizza places, Cheese, Stuffed sandwich, Food content creator}
    900.8k
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  3. 305.1k
Engagement rate benchmark
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Audience location by country
India
90%
United States
2.14%
United Arab Emirates
1.43%
United Kingdom
1.43%
Canada
1.43%
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5. Foodie Chef

India

ʙᴏʀɴ ᴛᴏ ᴡɪɴ !!! 🍾 ᴄʜᴇꜰ 👨🏻‍🍳 ɢᴏᴀ ⛰️ ᴇᴀᴛ-ꜱʟᴇᴇᴘ-ɢʏᴍ-ʀᴇᴘᴇᴀᴛ (🍔-😴-🏋🏻‍♂️-🔄) ᴋᴏᴄʜɪ | ᴛʜʀɪꜱꜱᴜʀ | ᴋᴇʀᴀʟᴀ📍 ꜰᴀᴄᴇʙᴏᴏᴋ | ɪɴꜱᴛᴀɢʀᴀᴍ - 350ᴋ+ ᴅᴍ ꜰᴏʀ ᴄᴏʟʟᴀʙᴏʀᴀᴛɪᴏɴ 📞

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7. Ronil Patel

India

Chef & founder @toroni_ahm @biji_ahm A chef’s journey from abroad to home — shaping Ahmedabad’s culinary scene 🇮🇳✨

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8. @Akash×Badger

India

Side Hustle Cook ⚡Engineer | Chef | Influencer 👨‍🍳 🎥 Food Content Creator DM for paid Pramotions and Collaborations ✉️ 🍴 Recipes & more 👇

Followers
217.4k
Fake followers
10.52%
Engagement rate
22.33%
Average Reel plays
557.7k
Audience gender
female
31.23%
male
68.77%
Engagement rate benchmark
  • Median
Audience location by country
India
96.18%
United Arab Emirates
0.9%
United States
0.76%
United Kingdom
0.21%
Australia
0.14%
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9. Tiasha Nandi

India

Eat ! Eat ! More Eat 🍥 Chef from scratch 🍽️✨ Backup ID - @love_shape_tooth

Followers
210.5k
Fake followers
18.85%
Engagement rate
2.16%
Average Reel plays
404.3k
Audience gender
female
5.06%
male
94.94%
Engagement rate benchmark
  • Median
Audience location by country
India
93.78%
United Arab Emirates
1.84%
Bangladesh
1.46%
Saudi Arabia
0.61%
Qatar
0.31%
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10. Sweety Abraham🍯

India

🇮🇳 🇹🇭 🇦🇪 MISTRESS OF CEREMONIES☄️ Emcee | Actor | Dancer | Voice artist | VFX& Graphics | Writer | Motivational Speaker & super chef

Followers
198.1k
Fake followers
19%
Engagement rate
4.23%
Average Reel plays
600.9k
Audience gender
female
14.98%
male
85.02%
Top performing Reels
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  2. SARI. E.M.S. NAMBOODIRIPAD SHRI. PATTOM A. THANU PILLAI SHRI. R. SANKAR SHRI. C. ACHUTHA MENON SHRI. K. KARUNAKARAN SHRI. A.K. ANTONY SHRI. P.K. VASUDEVAN NAIR SHRI. C.H. MOHAMMED KOYA SHRI. E.K. NAYANAR SHRI. OOMMEN CHANDY SHRI. V.S. ACHUTHANANDAN SHRI. PINARAYI VIJAYAN അങ്ങനെല്ലാ മതങ്ങളിൽനിന്നും എല്ലാ പാർട്ടികളിൽനിന്നും ethrayo നല്ല നേതാക്കന്മാർ മാറിമാറി ഭരിച്ച മതേതരത്വമുള്ള സംസ്ഥാനമാണ് നമ്മളുടെ കേരളം എത്രയോ നല്ല നേതാക്കന്മാർ ബാക്കി വച്ചിട്ട് പോയ സംരക്ഷിച്ച ഒത്തിരി നന്മകളുകൊണ്ട് നിറഞ്ഞ ഭംഗിയുള്ള ലോകത്തിലത്തന്നെ ഏറ്റവും മനോഹരമായിട്ടുള്ള ദൈവത്തിൻ്റെ സ്വന്തം നാടാണ് നമ്മുടെ കേരളം ആ കേരളത്തിൽ ഇനിയും ഒരുപാട് മാറ്റങ്ങൾ വരേണ്ടതുണ്ട് ഇനിയും നാം സുരക്ഷിതരായി ജീവിക്കേണ്ടതുണ്ട് lokath ഏതറ്റത്ത് ചെന്നാലും കേരളത്തെ അറിയാം കേരളത്തിലെ മലയാളികളെ അറിയാം അത് ഇനിയും മുന്നോട്ട് തന്നെ അതിനായി എല്ലാ രാഷ്ട്രീയ പാർട്ടികള്ക്കും എല്ലാ നേതാക്കൾക്കും ഹൃദയപൂർവ്വം സ്നേഹം മാത്രം❤️ #trending #viral #relatable #fyp #pinarayivijayan
    616.4k
  3. 506.5k
Engagement rate benchmark
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Audience location by country
India
92.14%
United Arab Emirates
3.16%
Saudi Arabia
0.84%
United Kingdom
0.45%
United States
0.32%

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11. Shraddha Palande

India

🏆TIMES Power Food Creator Award 2026 🧑‍🍳Chef | Content Creator 📍Mumbai, India 💌 Collaborations | Partnerships | Promotions

Followers
187k
Fake followers
19.4%
Engagement rate
4.36%
Average Reel plays
216.6k
Audience gender
female
53.7%
male
46.3%
Top performing Reels
  1. 133.1k
  2. 90.6k
  3. 76.1k
Engagement rate benchmark
  • Median
Audience location by country
India
92.35%
United States
1.24%
United Arab Emirates
0.85%
Canada
0.85%
Thailand
0.39%
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12. Udhaya prakash

India

🎯 Road to 500K 🔥 Unique & Easy Recipes ▶️ YouTube 50K+ 📩 DM for Brand Collaborations 🍳 COOK • EAT • WORK (Not a Chef) ❤️ Food is my Love Language

Followers
166.4k
Fake followers
16.25%
Engagement rate
2.93%
Average Reel plays
261k
Audience gender
female
22.68%
male
77.32%
Engagement rate benchmark
  • Median
Audience location by country
India
93.14%
Malaysia
2.37%
United Arab Emirates
1.31%
Singapore
0.69%
Saudi Arabia
0.37%
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13. Yaman Agarwal

India

Food-enthusiast, budding chef, a food junkie, a foodie. ✉️ - yaman@cookingshooking.com

Followers
114.7k
Fake followers
19.81%
Engagement rate
10.74%
Average Reel plays
3.6M
Audience gender
female
60.18%
male
39.82%
Engagement rate benchmark
  • Median
Audience location by country
India
83.06%
United States
5.09%
United Arab Emirates
1.46%
United Kingdom
1.29%
Canada
1.09%
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14. KSHITIJ PATIL

India

Cricketer By Day,Chef By Night 🧿 Ordinary recipes with mouthwatering taste @kshitizkabir 📩chefbeyond22yards@gmail.com

Followers
104.9k
Fake followers
17.27%
Engagement rate
5.55%
Average Reel plays
292.4k
Audience gender
female
68.33%
male
31.67%
Engagement rate benchmark
  • Median
Audience location by country
India
88.04%
United Arab Emirates
1.87%
United States
1.87%
Malaysia
1.02%
Pakistan
1.02%
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16. Nambie Jessica Marak

India

The TRIBAL CHEF|Food Storyteller 1st Runner Up@masterchefindia S8 Culture & Culinary Ambassador of Meghalaya DM/Email for Collabs,Pop-ups,Events

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18. Swathi Shetty /Educator / Homemade Chef / Foodie / Influencer

India

Always Hungry,Always Exploring😂 Fancy or Street Food I love it all🫶🏻 DM for collaborations/promotions Also follow me @all.about.swathi

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19. रागेश्री 🍙

India

Joel 2:25 I write songs and sing a little sometimes. @chefhehe

Followers
38.1k
Fake followers
16.41%
Engagement rate
4.36%
Average Reel plays
42.1k
Audience gender
female
25.52%
male
74.48%
Engagement rate benchmark
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Audience location by country
India
67.24%
Nepal
24.43%
Bangladesh
1.55%
United States
0.92%
Bhutan
0.68%
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20. Shaun Kenworthy

India

Chef, Restaurant Consultant, Storyteller. Over 20 years shaping restaurants across India. Concepts Menus Experiences. DM for collaborations

Followers
35.9k
Fake followers
23.63%
Engagement rate
2.68%
Average Reel plays
7.1k
Audience gender
female
31.77%
male
68.23%
Top performing Reels
  1. India’s most underrated food culture? In this reel from Host Diaries, @chefshaunkenworthy makes a bold claim, one that many won’t say out loud. That Bengali vegetarian food is among the finest in the country… yet rarely gets the recognition it deserves. Because when people think of Bengal, they think fish, meat, indulgence. But beneath that lies a deeply nuanced vegetarian tradition; seasonal, balanced, and rooted in simplicity. And that’s just the beginning. According to Shaun, what truly sets Bengal apart is something most places have lost: honest food at every level. And this isn’t just an opinion, it’s a choice he made. After working with some of the biggest names across Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore, and with roots in Manchester, Shaun chose to make Kolkata his home for over 24 years, drawn by Bengal’s ingredients, its markets, and its deeply rooted food culture. Why Bengali vegetarian cuisine is underrated How Bengal delivers quality, from street food to fine dining Why other metro cities struggle with consistency beyond luxury dining And why local bazaars are still the heart of real food culture From Chinese by a thriving community… to North Indian classics… to hyper-local Bengali ingredients, Bengal offers diversity without losing authenticity. And then there are the markets. Seasonal. Fresh. Alive. The kind of places where food doesn’t come from an app — but from people, produce, and presence. Because in Bengal, food isn’t just consumed. It’s experienced. Video Clips Used : Bong Eats @bongeats Drone Travel Ayan Banerjee Films @ayanbanerjeefilms Cities Nature and Relaxing Music Curly Tales @curly.tales Nat Geo @natgeo Eat With Aditya Anderson Pham Exploropia @exploropiaofficial Canopus Films and Photography @rohan.das_ Pikturenama Studios @pikturenamastudios Correction: The first five beautiful clips of Bengali vegetarian dishes are shot by @pikturenama We had put the wrong video courtesy in the video by mistake. 📺 Full episode on YouTube & Spotify: Host Diaries 📍Follow @host_diaries for stories that become legacy — #bengal #food #ShaunKenworthy #fyp #HostDiaries
    74.4k
  2. 15k
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Engagement rate benchmark
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Audience location by country
India
84.14%
United States
3.2%
United Kingdom
2.42%
United Arab Emirates
1.86%
Canada
0.84%

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