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– The semi-final will be held on November 26th, featuring mung dal-based dishes.
– The grand finale will be held on December 14th at The Rudraksh Hotel in Chhatarpur.
Chhatarpur, 10 November 2025: The culinary spirit of Bundelkhand is once again ablaze as the results of the quarter-final round of Bundeli Chef Season 3 — the digital celebration of the region’s tastes and traditions — have been announced. Out of 14 talented female contestants, eight have advanced to the semi-finals, keeping the excitement high as the competition, organized by Bundelkhand 24×7, moves closer to its grand finale scheduled for December 14 at The Rudraksh Hotel, Chhatarpur. The semi-final round will take place on November 26, where the chefs will showcase their creativity using moong dal as the core ingredient.
In the quarter-finals, Bundelkhand’s flavors came alive as Swapnil Modi and Hema Gupta from Jhansi impressed everyone with traditional dishes from Sithora, while Vibha Agnihotri from Chhatarpur and Nancy Shivhare from Panna prepared the mouth-watering Lapsi Bhidai. Rashmi Thakur from Sagar gave a modern twist to Dubri, and Ruchi Jain from Lalitpur combined health and taste with Jowar Dhokla and Gehu ki Kheer. Reena Sachan from Hamirpur delighted everyone with Sidhra, while Sajeeda Aamir from Jhansi stood out with her innovative Bhutte ka Kis and Jowar ki Maheri.
The judging panel included three distinguished experts — Samita (winner of Season 1), Zaheeda Parveen (winner of Season 2), and Meghna Sharma, a hospitality veteran with over 20 years of experience. Together, they evaluated the participants’ dishes based on presentation, taste, and innovation. Adding energy and charm to the event, host Shivangi Tiwari kept the audience engaged with her lively style and enthusiasm.
Speaking about the event, Asif Patel, Channel Head of Bundelkhand 24×7, said,“For us, Bundeli Chef is not just a cooking competition, but an emotion that celebrates the spirit of Bundelkhand’s women. Each season reaffirms that women here are not just confined to the kitchen; they are redefining culinary excellence and inspiring the nation with their creativity. The energy and innovation seen this season have set new benchmarks, and we’re eager to witness an even more thrilling battle of flavors in the upcoming rounds.”
Supported by Rudrani Kalagram, the event has several partners, namely, PR 24×7 as PR partner, Affi Sports as trophy partner, Taruka Eco and Divine Décor & Gift Gallery as gifting partners, The Rudraksh Hotel as venue partner, and India 2030 as social partner.
More than just a competition, Bundeli Chef has become a symbol of empowerment, confidence, and cultural pride. It provides women from across Bundelkhand a digital platform to showcase their culinary talent and earn well-deserved recognition. As the semi-finals approach, anticipation is mounting about who will cook their way to the coveted title of Bundeli Chef Season 3?
