Chef SG Kitchen – The Vision Behind the Flavors
The Story of Chef Stephen Gomes
At Chef SG Kitchen, every dish tells a story of heritage, passion, and relentless innovation. Our culinary journey is led by Chef Stephen Gomes, a fourth-generation chef whose roots trace back to Mumbai’s vibrant food culture and whose talent has reshaped modern Indian cuisine in the UK.
Born into a family of culinary legends from his father, an Executive Chef at Mumbai’s Sun-n-Sand Hotel, to his grandfather, who served aboard a WWII battleship Chef Stephen’s destiny was written in spices and flames. Though he once dreamed of becoming a fighter pilot, his love for food steered him toward the kitchen, where he trained at the Institute of Hotel Management, Mumbai, and mastered his craft in the city’s finest five-star hotels.
A Pioneer on the Plate
Chef Stephen is more than a chef; he’s a Gastro-physicist, blending tradition with science to create dishes that surprise and delight. His pioneering use of natural food science and bold flavor fusions has earned him a reputation as one of the UK’s most innovative chefs.
Awards and Accolades
Ethnic Chef of the Year (2015, Craft Guild of Chefs)
Two AA Rosettes for Moksh—the only Indian restaurant in Wales to achieve this honor.
Best UK Indian Chef (Cobra Good Curry Guide, multiple years).
Featured on BBC2’s Great British Menu as Wales’ representative.
Moksh: Where Magic Happens
In 2007, Chef Stephen opened Moksh in Cardiff Bay, a restaurant that redefined Indian dining with its daring creativity. Described as the “Lady Gaga of Indian cuisine,” Moksh boasts dishes like Welsh beef with candy floss and tamarind ice cream, proving that Indian food can be playful, elegant, and unforgettable.
Giving Back to the Community
Beyond the kitchen, Chef Stephen is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of chefs. He’s:
A former lecturer at the Asian Oriental School of Catering.
A judge for competitions like EuroSkills and the South Asian Chef Competition.
A philanthropist supporting Kidney Wales, Sight Support, and the Welsh Asian Women’s Achievement Awards.
Our Philosophy
Food should be an adventure. At Chef SG Kitchen, we believe in pushing boundaries while honoring tradition. Every ingredient, technique, and presentation is crafted to take you on a journey from the streets of Mumbai to the heart of Wales.
