Champagne + Ceviche = The Perfect Pairing | Maneet Chauhan's Flavor Bomb
Champagne + Ceviche = The Perfect Pairing | Maneet Chauhan's Flavor Bomb  
Podcast: Chewed UP
Published On: Mon Mar 23 2026
Description: This episode of Chewed Up brings bold flavor, vibrant energy, and global inspiration as Michael Symon, Carla Hall, and Clinton Kelly welcome the one and only Maneet Chauhan in Miami at the W South Beach. Known for her fearless approach to flavor, Maneet delivers a masterclass in transforming familiar dishes into something extraordinary. The centerpiece of the episode is her Indian-inspired coconut ceviche, where fresh fish is "cooked" in citrus and layered with garlic, chili, onion, and coconut milk. But the real magic comes from the finishing touch — a sizzling tadka of toasted spices, curry leaves, and aromatics that elevates the dish into something deeply fragrant, complex, and unforgettable. Beyond the food, the conversation dives into Maneet's culinary journey, the cultural depth of Indian cuisine, and how food connects people across languages and borders. The crew also plays a lively round of Chew It or Screw It, shares travel bucket list destinations, and wraps with a bright, effervescent Key Lime Cardamom Fizz — complete with a dramatic champagne saber moment. This episode is a celebration of fearless cooking, cultural fusion, and the joy of sharing food. Guest: Maneet Chauhan  Social: @maneetchauhan 👉 Grab the full recipe + more at: https://www.chewedupshow.com/recipes Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome + Miami vibes at W South Beach 02:00 – Introducing Maneet Chauhan 05:30 – Indian-inspired ceviche begins 08:00 – Breaking down citrus "cooking" method 10:30 – Building flavor: garlic, chili, onion, coconut milk 11:30 – What is a tadka? (game-changing technique) 12:00 – Toasting spices + curry leaves 14:00 – Maneet's culinary origin story 19:00 – Plating + tasting the ceviche 22:00 – How to approach Indian food for beginners 24:30 – Chew It or Screw It game 27:30 – Key Lime Cardamom Fizz + champagne sabering 30:00 – Fan Mail + travel bucket lists 32:00 – Fan giveaway announcement 🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — including Michael Symon's collection featured on the show. https://frontgate.com W South Beach → Iconic Miami beachfront hotel bringing vibrant energy and luxury hospitality https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/miaws-w-south-beach/overview/ Produced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/ About Chewed Up Three lifestyle icons reunite with zero filter, strong opinions, and even stronger flavors. Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon are back in the kitchen with comedy, comfort food, and unfiltered conversation — served loud. Episodes drop 3x a week:  * Monday – Appetizers  * Wednesday – Mains  * Friday – Desserts  Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss a bite. Want to Watch? →⁠Spotify⁠⁠ (https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3) →⁠YouTube⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@ChewedUpShow) Want to Listen? → ⁠Spotify⁠ (https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3) → ⁠Apple⁠ (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chewed-up/id1840993910) → ⁠Amazon⁠ (https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1fc5d229-459b-4334-8970-ce0d6f925982/chewed-up) → ⁠RedCircle (https://redcircle.com/shows/c42dbec1-e576-4927-acc7-f22e988c1a81) Fan Giveaway Every episode we pick one lucky subscriber for a fan giveaway. This week's Giveaway: Signed copy of Maneet Chauhan's cookbook Chaat + restaurant swag Want in? 👉 Subscribe and sign up here: https://chewedupshow.com/fangiveaway Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy