New York winters are not for the faint-hearted, especially when you’re standing in line outside one of the city’s most sought-after restaurants. But outside Bungalow, Chef Vikas Khanna’s celebrated Indian restaurant, the cold didn’t stand a chance. A now-viral video has taken over social media, showing the Michelin-honoured chef stepping out into the freezing night with trays of steaming hot mint chai to personally serve guests waiting outside.
The clip, shared on Instagram, captures a moment that instantly melted hearts across the internet. As chilly winds swept through the queue, Khanna, joined by his mother, walked out with warm cups of chai and small gift packets, calling them “tokens of appreciation.” Guests, bundled in heavy jackets, are seen lighting up in surprise as the chef hands each of them a cup with a smile.
The chef’s heartfelt caption added to the charm, “When Heritage. Heart. Home. come together to celebrate the flavors of a billion souls.”
Watch the viral clip here
In an update ahead of the long weekend rush, he informed diners to expect heavy footfall and encouraged bar-seat guests to line up early, adding that any last-minute cancellations would be offered to walk-ins first. The post ended with a promise of mint chai and gifts, and the viral video shows he meant every word.
Internet Reacts: “This reminds me of langar back home”
Social media users couldn’t get enough of the gesture. The comments section quickly turned into a love letter for Vikas Khanna’s humility:
“If I ever come to this restaurant, it would be only to meet Chef Vikas Khanna… I’m a die-hard fan.”
“Noble soul and a kind-hearted man.”
“Are you actually there, man? Amazing bro! Coming to NYC next month — see you soon!”
“This reminds me of langar back home… spreading warmth during this cold.”
“That hot drink by the chef is much needed while waiting for his amazing food!”
The internet’s verdict was unanimous: celebrity chef or not, kindness always wins.
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