Our Story

The Pillars Behind Divine Kitchen

Behind every dream is a story, and behind mine are the two most important parts of my life — my husband and my children.

Roopa and her husband Gokul smiling together in a garden in Paris, with the Eiffel Tower behind them
Roopa and Gokul

Meet my husband, Gokul — the constant pillar of strength, support, and love behind Divine Kitchen. Without him, I would not have come this far. He has been by my side since the very beginning of my cooking journey, when I was just 22 years old. From the earliest days of experimenting in the kitchen to all the trials and errors of my cooking, he has patiently been my first taste-tester, my biggest supporter, and my strongest believer.

Through every up and down, every challenge, and every new step towards building my own kitchen, he has stood firmly beside me. His encouragement and belief in me have given me the confidence to keep going, follow my passion, and turn my dream into reality. Divine Kitchen is not just my dream come true; it is also a little part of his love, patience, and unwavering support.

Roopa, Gokul and their two sons standing close together in Paris, with the Eiffel Tower behind them
The family behind The Divine Kitchen

And then come my children — my little cheerleaders and an important part of this beautiful journey. Their appreciation for my cooking, their smiles, and the happiness they find in the food I make have always been a source of joy and motivation for me. They have watched me grow in this journey and have been part of so many precious moments along the way.

For me, cooking has never been just about food. It is about love, family, togetherness, and creating memories that stay with us forever.

As I continue to grow Divine Kitchen, I carry with me the love and encouragement of my family every step of the way. They are my strength, my inspiration, and my biggest reason to keep doing what I love.

Divine Kitchen may have started with my passion for cooking, but the love and support of my family have helped it grow into what it is today. And for that, I will always be grateful.