The Dream Team Behind Your Experience
From chefs to storytellers, every moment at The House of Makeba is crafted by passionate people committed to excellence.
Meet Our Team
Nipun Kanodia
Co-Founder & CEO
With a keen insight and entrepreneurial spirit, Nipun drives the innovation and growth of The House of Makeba. His strategic guidance and emphasis on customer experience have been pivotal in transforming the brand into a modern icon of vegetarian fine dining.
Ram Singhal
Co-Founder & CMO
Blending financial acumen with creative flair, restaurateur Ram drives both fiscal sustainability and brand storytelling. From managing capital to shaping The House of Makeba’s public presence, his dual role ensures the brand remains both rooted and aspirational
Prateek Parihar
Co-Founder & Mentor
With over a decade of hospitality experience, Prateek serves as the guiding force behind The House of Makeba’s values. His insights, strategic clarity & long-term vision helps the brand remain true to its founding values while evolving with purpose.
Shailesh Acharya
Chef Partner & Brand Culinary Head
Driven by a love for vibrant tastes and elegant presentation, Chef Shailesh leads culinary innovation across all outlets. He is the creative mind behind The House of Makeba’s signature dishes, upholding exceptional quality and consistency across every outlet.
Anshul Pandey
Area Head of Operations
Anshul oversees smooth operations across all outlets, ensuring the day-to-day activities align with the brand’s strategic goals. He has a structured approach and people first leadership, which helps The House of Makeba deliver the same dining experience across locations.
Nikunj Desai
Executive Chef
Chef Nikunj plays a key role in transforming The House of Makeba’s culinary vision into consistent excellence. By working directly with the Central Kitchen and the outlet teams, he ensures every dish reflects our standards through rigorous quality control, staff training, and operational accuracy
Akash Singhal
Chief Growth Officer
Akash, an IIM Graduate, brings structured thinking and cross-functional leadership to The House of Makeba. He blends corporate expertise with entrepreneurial drive and now oversees growth initiatives, streamlines operations, and drives the execution of new projects that scale The House of Makeba efficiently across cities.
Farzad Karkaria
Head of Marketing
Farzad is the creative engine behind The House of Makeba’s brand storytelling. From content and campaigns to digital strategy and design, he ensures the brand stays fresh, engaging, and deeply connected with its audience.
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At The House of Makeba, every dish tells a story, every flavor paints a picture. From the vibrant ingredients that celebrate global diversity to the moments shared around our tables, we invite you to experience the beauty of our culinary creations.
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