Battle of Skill & Flavour – 14 Women Contestants Enter Quarter-Finals of ‘Bundeli Chef Season 3

• 14 talented women shortlisted from the first & second audition rounds to showcase their culinary excellence in the next phase

• Grand Finale to be held on 14 December 2025 at The Rudraksh Hotel, Chhatarpur

Chhatarpur, October 2025:
India’s first online cooking competition dedicated to Bundeli cuisine and exclusively for women—‘Bundeli Chef’—has once again filled the cultural skies of Bundelkhand with rich flavours, aromas, and traditional essence in its third season. The aromatic journey from home kitchens has now reached the quarter-finals, where women are not only demonstrating their culinary talents but also crafting their own identities with pride.

After seven participants were selected in the first audition round, seven more talented women impressed both judges and audiences in the second round. With this, a total of 14 contestants will now compete in the upcoming round to showcase the magic of Bundeli flavours.

To evaluate the participants’ skills, the esteemed judging panel includes Samita, winner of Season 1, Zaheeda Parveen, winner of Season 2, and Meghana Sharma, who brings 20 years of hospitality industry experience. The judges are carefully assessing taste, presentation, and innovation.

Asif Patel, Channel Head of Bundelkhand 24×7, said,

“The popularity of the first two seasons has made Season 3 even more special. People across Bundelkhand eagerly wait for this event for months. Women originally from Bundelkhand can participate from anywhere in India, making this competition truly unique. Best wishes to all 14 participants.”

Among the notable dishes presented in the second audition round were:

• Brownies by Reena Sachan from Hamirpur

• From Sagar — Khumad Kheer by Ranu Jha and Fenugreek Fritters by Geetanjali Sahu

• From Jhansi — Dahi Vada by Shajida Aamir, Bundeli Thopa by Hema Gupta, and a Bundeli Thali by Pallavi Jain

• Gunjha prepared by Nancy Shivhare from Panna

These contestants have now earned their place in the quarter-finals scheduled for 5 November. The journey of flavours will advance to the semi-finals on 19 November, culminating in the grand finale on 14 December at The Rudraksh Hotel, Chhatarpur.

The competition is organised by Bundelkhand 24×7, with support from Rudrani Kalagram. The event’s partners include:

• PR Partner: PR 24×7 (North India’s renowned PR agency)

• Trophy Partner: Affy Sports

• Gifting Partner: Taruka Eco

• Venue Partner: The Rudraksh Hotel

• Social Partner: 2030 Ka Bharat