Chetna Makan was born in Jabalpur, an ancient city in central India. She has a degree in fashion and worked in Mumbai as a fashion designer before moving to the UK in 2003 and ultimately pursuing a career in food some years later.

Chetna reached the semi-final of The Great British Bake Off in 2014, and since then she has shared her creative flair for flavour on her very popular YouTube channel ‘Food with Chetna’.

She is a bestselling author and has written five cookbooks that all celebrate her passion for food, creative recipes and unique combinations and span everything from showstopping bakes, quick family dinners, light veggie bites and dinner party centrepieces.

80 brilliant, flavour-packed Indian recipes to make in 30 minutes or less.

Chetna Makan's bestselling cookbooks combine her creative flavour twists with a love of simple Indian home cooking. Taking inspiration from the eclectic tastes of Indian cuisine, these tempting recipes can all be on the table and ready to eat in less than 30 minutes.

Featuring fabulous salads, traditional fast snacks, imaginative toppings for toasts, delicious dals, comforting veggie, fish and meat curries, all-in-one rice dishes, surprising raitas and dips as well as indulgent desserts, there are speedy options for every occasion.

With brilliantly useful meal plans included, dishes can be enjoyed on their own or paired together and cooked quickly for an easy feast to enjoy with friends. No complicated methods, just delicious, vibrant and varied food that the whole family can enjoy every single night of the week and in little to no time at all.