Rohit Kasuganti

Born and raised in the heart of Karimnagar, Rohit’s love for authentic Telangana cuisine runs as deep as his roots in the region. Growing up in his father’s bustling restaurant, Rohit was immersed in the art of cooking and the power of food to tell stories. His vision is to bring the flavours and traditions of Telangana out of family kitchens and into the hearts of diners, within India and internationally. In 2018, Rohit launched his first dining concept – Telangana Spice Kitchen, a brand that has become synonymous with rich, veridical flavours and dishes that evoke nostalgia for many. Under Rohit’s leadership, what started as a single restaurant has expanded to four thriving locations across Hyderabad’s evolving dining landscape. Each restaurant serving dishes that honour regional traditions while celebrating innovation. Rohit’s culinary philosophy is simple – innovate on traditional cuisine, keeping its essence untouched, offering a memorable experience. Rohit takes immense pride in the fact that the core team has stayed intact since the inception of Telangana Spice Kitchen. For him, it’s a testament to the strong, supportive culture he has created, where every member feels like a vital part of the family. His leadership philosophy revolves around the idea that when people grow together, success follows. As his next steps, Rohit is working towards opening his passion project – Terrāi. This bold new venture aims at taking Telangana’s age-old culinary culture and present them with a fresh, contemporary twist, sans theatrics. Terrāi, meaning ‘soil,’ will stay rooted in tradition but push the boundaries of flavour, serving up dishes that are both soulful and inventive. For Rohit, Terrāi is more than just a restaurant – it is the next chapter in his mission to propagate the rich historical legacy of the regions’ cuisine, which has remained distant for far too long.