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.

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Meet Our Team Members

Nipun Kanodia

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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