Overview: Award-winning chef Poonam Dedhia is set to play a key role in Kailash Parbat’s Frisco operation, drawing on extensive experience in regional Indian cuisine, culinary consulting and large-scale food festivals. Known for preserving traditional vegetarian recipes, crafting authentic street-style chaat and expertly balancing complex spice profiles, Dedhia will help expand the restaurant’s culinary offerings and enhance the dining experience for North Texas guests.

For generations, Kailash Parbat has celebrated the depth and diversity of Indian vegetarian cuisine. From street food and chaat to regional specialties and artisanal sweets, the global brand has built a reputation for authentic, traditional flavors.

Now, the Frisco location is entering a new chapter.

Award-winning chef Poonam Dedhia is set to join the culinary team, bringing expertise in regional Indian vegetarian cooking, innovative menu development and traditional techniques.

What is Kailash Parbat?

Founded more than 70 years ago in Mumbai, Kailash Parbat has grown from a neighborhood eatery into an international restaurant group with locations across India, North America, the Middle East and beyond. While many guests first discover the restaurant through its popular chaat, part of India’s vibrant street food tradition, the menu extends beyond those dishes.

From regional curries and traditional breads to snacks, sweets and vegetarian specialties, Kailash Parbat’s menu reflects the variety found across India’s many culinary regions.

Kailash Parbat’s focus on traditional vegetarian cuisine is what drew Dedhia to the opportunity.

"Joining Kailash Parbat Frisco is a very meaningful opportunity for me," Dedhia said. "Kailash Parbat is a well-known name in Indian vegetarian cuisine, and the Frisco location serves a growing and diverse community that appreciates authentic Indian food."

Meet Chef Poonam Dedhia

Chef Poonam Dedhia’s culinary path began with an appreciation for traditional vegetarian recipes, regional techniques and flavors she grew up around. Over the years, that passion evolved into a career focused on preserving Indian food traditions while adapting them for contemporary dining.

Dedhia gained recognition as a contestant on Indian television shows, including “Zee Marathi” and “Food Food.”

Since then, her work as a chef consultant has led her to collaborate with hospitality brands across India. She has curated regional food festivals for venues such as The Westin Mumbai Garden City, Novotel Hyderabad Airport and Holiday Inn Mumbai, while also leading Satvik cooking programs and kitchen training sessions.

Her technique focuses on:

  • Spice balancing and traditional gravy preparations
  • Regional specialties, festive recipes and street-style chaat
  • Kitchen mentorship, preparation efficiency and team standards
  • Preserving regional culinary heritage while maintaining reliable consistency

"Indian cuisine is very diverse, and every region has its own identity," Dedhia said. "Learning how to respect those traditions while maintaining consistency, quality, and presentation has been an important part of my growth as a chef."

Why is chef Dedhia the right fit?

Dedhia’s approach to cooking aligns with Kailash Parbat’s focus on Indian vegetarian cuisine: honoring traditional recipes while preparing each dish with care and consistency. Her experience with menu development, traditional techniques and kitchen training will support the Frisco location as it continues to grow.

Rather than reinventing the menu, she hopes to build on what Kailash Parbat already does well. Her focus will be on refining preparation techniques, maintaining balanced spice profiles and highlighting the diversity of India’s regional cuisine through new specialties and menu offerings.

"My goal is not to change the identity of Kailash Parbat, but to enhance it by bringing my experience and culinary perspective to the team," Dedhia said. "I hope to support the menu by strengthening authentic flavors and introducing ideas that reflect both traditional and regional Indian vegetarian cuisine."

What awaits Frisco

As Frisco’s dining scene continues to expand, Dedhia sees the community as an opportunity to showcase the variety of Indian vegetarian cuisine. She hopes guests will explore regional traditions, seasonal specialties and the culinary influences that shape India’s food culture.

"I am most excited to share the depth and variety of Indian vegetarian cuisine with the Frisco community," Dedhia said. "Indian food is much more than one flavor or one style; it has many layers, regional traditions and cultural stories. Food has the power to bring people together, and I look forward to sharing authentic Indian flavors with the local community."

Dedhia is preparing to take on a leadership role at Kailash Parbat’s Frisco location, where she will contribute her expertise in Indian vegetarian cuisine and help expand the restaurant’s culinary offerings. Through her experience and knowledge of regional Indian food traditions, she aims to provide guests with an authentic dining experience while strengthening the restaurant’s connection to the growing North Texas community.

Plan your visit

Guests can explore Mumbai street food, regional specialties and Indian vegetarian cuisine at Kailash Parbat’s Frisco location, including future menu additions from chef Poonam Dedhia soon.

A quick FAQ recap

Where is Kailash Parbat located in Frisco?

Kailash Parbat’s Frisco location is at 8990 Coit Road, Suite 100, Frisco. The restaurant serves Indian vegetarian cuisine, street-style chaat and regional specialties.

Who is chef Poonam Dedhia?

Chef Poonam Dedhia is an award-winning Indian vegetarian chef, television contestant and culinary consultant known for her expertise in regional Indian cuisine, Satvik cooking and traditional spice techniques. Dedhia is preparing to bring her culinary experience to Kailash Parbat’s Frisco location, where she will help showcase the depth and diversity of Indian vegetarian cuisine.

What type of food does Kailash Parbat Frisco serve?

Kailash Parbat specializes in Indian vegetarian dishes, with vegan-friendly options. Popular menu items include Mumbai chaat such as Bhel Puri and Pani Puri, regional curries, tandoori appetizers, traditional breads and desserts.

When will Chef Poonam Dedhia start working at Kailash Parbat Frisco?

Chef Poonam Dedhia is preparing to join the Kailash Parbat Frisco kitchen team. In her role, she will support kitchen training, maintain menu consistency and help introduce regional Indian specialties that highlight authentic vegetarian cuisine from across India.

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