Some people know their calling almost as soon as they are born. Some people realize it when they turn five – like Chef Koushik, or The Mad Chef. In fact, for him, the urge to cook and create was more than a passion: it was a compulsion.

Devouring Asterix and Obelix comics inspired his first cooking adventure. At the age of five, this champ went straight to attempting a Cheese Fondue. And got it right.
There was no looking back. School done, he went straight to IHM, Bangalore. He was in the right place at the right time. Indian diners were just beginning to explore new flavours and culinary experiences. Restaurants were THE ‘thing’. The Mad Chef was on a roll.

Small kiosks, wayside bakeries, fine dining restaurants, modern Indian, traditional South Indian, Pan Asian cuisine, casual diners sought him out. With over a couple of hundred projects worldwide under his belt, his magic at the stoves quickly became legendary. His signature recipes are bold and innovative, experimental, even, each, bringing out new yet harmonious tastes, exploding with personality or gently unraveling subtle flavours, one after the other.

His creations are still the top-selling items on Chain establishment Menus. He has a large fan following and works on projects in major cities in India and U.S.A. He has worked with over 40 brands in just city through Eatitude, his consultation company. These include popular local hangouts such as illusions The Madras Pub, Jonah's Bistro, Petawrap, Maplai and more.

He's worked for Mukesh Ambani and served Amitabh Bachan his food. He's consulted for restaurants in Mauritius, the United State the Middle East and many cities in India. Along the way, he introduced Chennai to paneer tikka pizza, white chocolate spaghetti and orange peel vathakuzhambu. A Celebrity Chef with popular shows & Many episodes across various channels. Masala Express, Thamizhagathin Samayal, Champion on Jaya TV, special judge in cook with comali (Diwali edition) and as a Judge on Master Chef Tamil on Sun TV.