Join host Kiran Manral in this episode of Chasing Creativity as she interviews the versatile Maria Goretti. Maria opens up about her unconventional career path, starting from her early days as an MTV VJ, studying fashion design, and transitioning seamlessly into the culinary world as a chef and beloved cookbook author. She shares heartfelt stories about her college days, her passion for food, the challenges of writing her first cookbook, and her journey into poetry. Delve into Maria's creative process, her embrace of traditional and fusion dishes, and her efforts to preserve East Indian cuisine. Tune in for a story of resilience, artistic exploration, and the pursuit of passions. 00:00 Introduction to the Guest: Maria 00:40 Maria's Journey into the Glamour World 07:52 Transition to MTV and Career Highlights 09:43 From Cricket to Culinary Passion 13:11 Discovering a Love for Cooking 15:36 Writing the First Cookbook 20:28 Cultural and Family Influences on Food 23:23 The Journey Begins: Learning to Cook 23:49 Instinctive Cooking and Culinary Education 26:04 Fusion and Traditional Recipes 27:37 Changing Food Trends in India 31:43 From Food to Poetry: A New Passion 39:11 Future Projects and Aspirations