Dharshan Munidasa: Biography, Facts and Career
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Dharshan Munidasa (born 9 November 1970) is Sri Lanka's most renowned chef-restaurateur, and the mastermind behind some of the best restaurants in the country including Nihonbashi and Ministry of Crab; the only restaurants from Sri Lanka to have ever been ranked on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants List. He was also the host of the popular TV series Culinary Journeys with Dharshan. Munidasa is a self-taught culinary expert, who prides himself on the fact that he never attended culinary school. His efforts in promoting Japanese Cuisine in Sri Lanka earned him recognition from the Japanese Government for which he was awarded The Minister's Award for Overseas Promotion of Japanese Food for the year 2014. In November 2023, he was awarded the Order of the Rising Sun Gold and Silver Rays by the Government of Japan in recognition for his efforts and distinguished contributions to enhancing the bilateral diplomatic relationships between Sri Lanka and Japan through ways of cultural exchange.
Quick facts about Dharshan Munidasa
- Full name: Dharshan Munidasa
- Born: 1970-11-09
- Nationality: Japan
- Known as: Chef
- Wikidata ID: Q16212402
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Who is Dharshan Munidasa?
Dharshan Munidasa (born 9 November 1970) is Sri Lanka's most renowned chef-restaurateur, and the mastermind behind some of the best restaurants in the country including Nihonbashi and Ministry of Crab; the only restaurants from Sri Lanka to have ever been ranked on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants List.
What nationality is Dharshan Munidasa?
Dharshan Munidasa is Japan.
When was Dharshan Munidasa born?
Dharshan Munidasa was born on 1970-11-09.
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