The festive season is upon us and this Christmas could very well be closest to pre-pandemic celebrations as many will hopefully be able to meet family and friends. While most people soak in the festive cheer indoors, there are others who spend their time dining at the many restaurants in the city. 

If diners can indulge on this special day, it is because there are chefs behind the kitchen door whipping up delectable food while missing out on family time themselves. “The hospitality industry is such that we don’t really get to celebrate any holidays at all because we’re usually helping other people enjoy theirs,” Chef Freny Fernandes points out