Vijay Kumar, executive chef and partner at Semma in New York City, demonstrates the equipment, ingredients, and artistry essential to making some of the most popular dishes at his celebrated South Indian restaurant. Take an up-close look at the step-by-step creation of 5 rice and lentil based South Indian staples: Gunpowder Dosa, Uttappam, Idli, Paniyaram, and Idiyappam.
Director: Cole Evelev Director of Photography: Brandon Yoon Editors: Micah Phillips Talent: Vijay Kumar
Sr. Culinary Director: Kelly Janke Producer: Jonathan Bang Culinary Producer: Tina Martinez Culinary Associate Producer: Hip Torres Line Producer: Jennifer McGinity Associate Producer: Alicia Aswat Production Manager: Janine Dispensa Production Coordinator: Elizabeth Hymes
Camera Operator: Daniel Nevanpera, Kirsten Potts Audio: Kurt Pierce Production Assistant: Nikki Ligos
Post Production Supervisor: Stephanie Cardone Post Production Coordinator: Scout Alter Supervising Editor: Eduardo Araújo Assistant Editor: JC Scruggs Graphics Supervisor: Ross Rackin Graphics, Animation, VFX: Léa Kichler
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