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Hemant Bhagwani
About
Hemant Bhagwani's journey from a young, struggling student in Switzerland to a successful entrepreneur is nothing short of inspiring. In 1991, as an 18-year-old from Delhi, he left home for culinary school in Switzerland, where he faced the challenge of not only learning cooking skills but also adapting to a life of independence. After a difficult start, including a cry for help to his father, Bhagwani found resolve through the kindness of a family who took him in for dinner. Determined to succeed, he went on to complete his culinary education, eventually moving to Australia and Dubai before settling in Canada.
In Toronto, Bhagwani worked at the CN Tower's restaurant and discovered a new passion for fine wines, leading him to become a sommelier. However, he always dreamed of entrepreneurship. After being passed over for a promotion, he struck out on his own, purchasing a restaurant in Brampton. His early ventures were marked by failure due to his overcontrol and poor business decisions. But after receiving encouragement from his wife, Bhagwani pressed on, eventually finding success with the Amaya restaurant chain and diversifying into various culinary concepts, including regional Indian fare and fusion restaurants.
Beyond expanding his restaurant empire, Bhagwani found fulfillment in empowering his staff. He hires many chefs from India, offering them opportunities to improve their standard of living, and takes pride in helping them become entrepreneurs themselves. While his grueling work schedule led to burnout, a reflective trip to Goa reignited his love for the craft. Bhagwani’s passion now extends beyond the food; he delights in creating a warm atmosphere for his guests, personally engaging with them and ensuring every dining experience is one that brightens their day.
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Hemant Bhagwani’s meal reviews
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4.5
Based on 674 reviews
Butter Chicken & Rice
Delicious. Sauce was tasty with nice amount of heat.
Darlene Roberts · 11/28/25
Butter Chicken & Rice
Really nice, could use a bit of salt
Diana D · 11/28/25
Coconut Shrimp Curry
I was disappointed as I stated I did not want items that had okra in my profile and this had it and I didn’t look at ingredients prior to cooking.
Christine Daniel · 11/27/25
Coconut Shrimp Curry
Solid, tastes like the trader joe’s one, which isn’t a bad thing. Nothing special but good nonetheless.
Alex Khayat · 11/27/25
Kadai Chicken
Fresh and packaged well. Tastes great. The meat portion could be a tiny bit bigger.
Keegan Leon · 11/26/25
Butter Chicken & Rice
Just the right amount of spiciness
Toni Estabrooks · 11/26/25
Kadai Chicken
It was flavorful, and I appreciated it not being oily, however the quantity was disappointing. The butter chicken was in the smaller partition of the bowl, making it an unsatisfying meal.
Jyotsna Sen · 11/25/25
Tikka Masala with Tofu
Not generally a fan of curries but I enjoyed this very much!
Kathleen Yumol · 11/25/25