Executive Chef Manzoor opened Desi Chef Frozen Foods in the summer of 2010. He infuses every dish and creates with his extensive knowledge and passion for perfection. In 1978, Manzoor started his career as a Chef for the Madras Palace, a well- reviewed restaurant located in New York, NY. Once word of his tasty signature dishes got out, offer from many well- known restaurants landed on his plate. Although he had an affinity for the Madras Palace, Chef Manzoor knew that greater challenges and opportunities awaited him in New york. In 1998, Manzoor began a career as head chef and owner for the Udupi Palace also Banana Leaf in the heart of the city of New York. He was given room to experiment, and created quite an eclectic menu. However, he never lost sight of his passion for fine dining. He knew that he wanted to step beyond the kitchen and create memorable experiences for people. Before he created his first dish, he vowed to only use the finest ingredients, and prepare each dish with an infusion of passion and creativity. Critics have been raving ever since, Guests agree with the freshest ingredients, and providing courteous, responsive service. All of our dishes are made from scratch; creating a truly memorable experience.