Empire State Building views, Kashi Vishvanath-isnpired pillars, Krishna idol dedicated to sister Radha: Inside celebrity chef Vikas Khanna’s minimalist New York penthouse

Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna has cemented a special position in the world of food and hospitality. You must be living under a rock if you are unaware of his award-winning restaurant, Bungalow at the heart of New York City that specialises in traditional Indian delicacies. From humble beginnings to becoming a celebrated MasterChef judge, Khanna has indeed come a long way. Recently, Khanna opened the doors to his luxurious yet minimalist New York City penthouse to content creator Priyam Saraswat.

Minimalist, all-white decor of Vikas Khanna’s NYC penthouse

As one steps inside the residence, the all-white decor instantly captures attention. There is no fancy decor or elaborate decorations, but every corner feels soothing and peaceful. Warm lighting on the ceilings offers some contrast with the glass windows, offering pristine views of the NYC skyline.

The standout feature of Vikas Khanna’s penthouse is undoubtedly its unobstructed views of the 3 important landmarks: the Empire State Building, the United Nations, and the Chrysler Building. There’s also a dedicated area near one of the windows with a wooden seating arrangement where Khanna enjoys his morning coffee.

Salient features of chef Vikas Khanna’s NYC penthouse

White pillars can be seen in the living area. As per Vikas Khanna, they would soon be turned into spiritual designs, inspired by the artworks of Kashi Vishvanath. As per Khanna, the patterns, meant for spiritual protection, would be installed by March 23, 2027.

The kitchen is also devoid of extravagant decor, featuring simple tools and cabinets, all neatly organised, befitting of a chef. One special corner in the apartment has a statue of Lord Krishna. The idol holds special significance in the chef’s life as it is a tribute to his late sister Radhika, whom he affectionately called Radha. Her favourite view from the house was that of the Chrysler Building.

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Final takeaway

The video concluded with Vikas Khanna making delicious parathas for Priyam Saraswat, which he served with a dollop of yoghurt and pickle. By the end of the clip, Vikas Khanna revealed that luxuries and material possessions do not matter to him as much as he wants his home to be an inspiration for people to dream big and get what they want in life.