In this episode Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai, we sit with Chef Michael Swamy again as he shares unfiltered views on food shows, restaurant reality, and the impact of social media on dining culture.From the truth behind MasterChef and TV chefs to ethical cooking, viral food trends, and street food vs trained chefs, the conversation cuts through the hype. Michael also explains the Michelin Star system, why India has none yet, and why that could change soon.The episode touches on food costing, delivery app red flags, adulteration, frozen vs fresh ingredients, and how social media shapes customer judgement today.Insightful, honest, and eye-opening, this episode looks at food beyond the filter.📢 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Share this video! Your engagement helps us bring more such content.✅ Subscribe to Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai for more updates on our political series and hit the bell icon to stay notified about our latest episodes.This podcast was shot on Sony A7 IV and FE 50mm F1.8 📷Connect with us: experttalkwithbhavyadesai@gmail.comChapters: 00:00 - what's coming up?01:10 - Bhavya x Chef Micheal begins02:05 - Masterchef India next reason03:40 - Our Previous Episode’s Reaction05:00 - Masterchef cooks are actors06:50 - Will chefs without flare work on TV?08:20 - Unethical cuisines11:55 - Masterchef theme Pride of India14:10 - Movies & TV vs real life chefs16:55 - Michelin Star, how to get one19:10 - How Michelin Star began20:52 - Meaning of 1, 2, 3 stars, how it's given22:36 - Vikas Khanna’s Michelin star24:20 - Is Hell's Kitchen fake?27:50 - Actors establishing restaurants30:40 - Social media ruined restaurants33:55 - Avocado on Toast, Hummus SUCKS36:10 - Difference between fresh & frozen stuff38:10 - How food cost is calculated, what's food cost40:30 - Red flags in food delivery apps42:40 - Food adulteration, what to do45:20 - Frozen food, processed food47:20 - Food cart vs quick commerce51:05 - Food cart causing nuisance/Khau Gallis55:20 - Viral street foods vs trained Chefs57:20 - Social media's power59:10 - Rumali vs Tandoori roti01:02:10 - Latest social media sensations01:03:40 - Authentic dishes you should try01:12:20 - Best cuties with local food01:15:40 - India has 0 Michelin Star restaurants01:18:30 - Michelin star will come to India01:19:45 - Why Bastion is famous01:21:35 - Do customers judge restaurants based in Social media01:24:50 - Final words📢Follow us on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/X: https://www.twitter.com/ETwithBhavyaD/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/📢Follow Bhavya Desai: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bhavya_desai/X: https://twitter.com/bhavya_desai/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bhavya.desai.520/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhavya-desai-058652149/📢 Follow Michael Swamy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichaelswamy/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.swamy.319/X: https://x.com/themichaelswamy?lang=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-swamy-00a6725/?originalSubdomain=in YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themichaelswamy/featured▶ About Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai - "Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai" is a podcast channel where curiosity meets expertise! and our host Bhavya Desai, a curious and enthusiastic podcaster, talks to different experts and brings out the best in his guests, ensuring that every episode is packed with valuable takeaways. This show aims to connect people who love learning with professionals who have a lot of knowledge and experience.