Chef Ulka

About Us

The story, the people and the craft behind Chef Ulka

Our Story

From The Oberoi's kitchens to building her own ventures.

Chef Ulka's journey began as a Commi I at The Oberoi, Mumbai, working across Indian, Continental, Chinese and Bakery kitchens, and continued as Asst. Professor (Bakery) at Atharva College of Hotel Management. That hands-on kitchen experience and academic insight now come together in Cook Tale — her range of handpicked dry fruits, exquisite spices, and signature blends like Mummy Masala and Goda Masala, crafted to bring authentic flavor to everyday cooking.

Alongside her own ventures, she continues to consult for restaurants, bakeries and catering projects like Three Chillies, Sujoe's Bakery and Green Peas Hospitality, and to mentor the next generation of hospitality students — because good food is best when it's shared, and skills are best when they're passed on.

15+

Years of Experience

Brands Under One Roof

500+

Clients Served

50+

Students Mentored

Our Vision

To be the name people trust first when a moment calls for something made with care — from an everyday celebration to a once-in-a-lifetime event — and to carry that same standard of craft across every brand under the Chef Ulka name.

Our Mission

To bring skill, honesty, and genuine hospitality to every cake, every catered table, and every client relationship — building not just great food, but brands and people we're proud to stand behind.

Meet Chef Ulka

The person behind every consultation, every curriculum, and every kitchen she helps build.

About Chef Ulka

A passionate culinary expert and hospitality consultant with experience across top kitchens, academic institutions, and event management — from The Oberoi, Mumbai, to teaching at Atharva College of Hotel Management.

Education

MBA in Hospitality Management (OPJS University, 1st Class), Diploma in Food Production & Patisserie (IGNOU, 1st Class), and a B.Com from Mumbai University.

Experience

Commi I at The Oberoi across Indian, Continental, Chinese & Bakery kitchens, Asst. Professor at Atharva College, and consultant/project manager for ventures like Three Chillies, Sujoe's Bakery and Green Peas Hospitality.

Specialization

Hospitality business consultancy, kitchen setup & operations, recipe and menu development, staff training and event planning & execution.

Awards

Recognition earned one order, one event, and one happy client at a time.

Best Home Bakery Brand

City Food Awards

2023

Excellence in Catering

Hospitality Guild

2022

Emerging Culinary Entrepreneur

Women in Food Awards

2021

Customer's Choice — Cake Artistry

Local Business Awards

2020

Achievements

A quick look at the milestones behind the name.

The Oberoi, Mumbai

Worked as Commi I across Indian, Continental, Chinese & Bakery kitchens — buffet prep, à la carte, cold kitchen and inventory.

Atharva College of Hotel Management

Served as Asst. Professor (Bakery), conducting lectures & practicals and supporting student counseling and admissions.

Led a Team of 25

As Food Consultant for Three Chillies / Fresh Blends / Sujoe's Bakery (2015–2018) — food innovation, budgeting and QC.

Green Peas Hospitality

Project & Event Manager (since 2017) handling international & domestic catering, procurement and QC/QA.

Multiple Consulting Projects

Guided ventures including Three Chillies, Sujoe's Bakery, Green Peas Hospitality and Elements Bespoke Gifting.

MBA & Diploma Qualified

MBA in Hospitality Management (OPJS University) and Diploma in Food Production & Patisserie (IGNOU), both 1st Class.

Client Testimonials

What it's like to work with us, in our clients' own words.

"The cake was more beautiful in person than the design we picked. Every guest asked who made it."

Priya M.

Wedding Client

"We've used them for three corporate events now — always on time, always consistent, always delicious."

Rohan K.

Corporate Catering

"Chef Ulka and her team made our daughter's birthday feel so special. Small details, big heart."

Anjali S.

Celebration Client

Our Brands

Four brands, one standard of craft — each built to do one thing well.

Cook Tale

Authentic, home-style masala blends made the traditional way.

Chef Tale

Custom cakes, desserts, and catering for celebrations and events.

Gift Tale

Curated dry fruit gift hampers for every special occasion.

Chef Ulka

Hospitality consultancy for hotels and restaurants, led by Chef Ulka Shah.

My Mentor

The Woman Who Taught Me Everything

Dhanwanti MoreMentor

Inspired by my mother's timeless spice blends and pickle recipes, I embarked on a journey to share these culinary treasures with the world. Thus, Cook Tale was born from a legacy of flavor and tradition. Driven by a passion for excellence, I continually seek to refine and innovate. With Cook Tale, my commitment to quality and continuous growth ensures our products remain at the forefront of culinary excellence.

Every recipe, every standard, and every value that shapes Cook Tale, Chef Tale, Gift Tale, and Chef Ulka today traces back to lessons learned at her side.

Ready to work with us?

Whether it's a cake, a catering order, or a full consultancy engagement — we'd love to hear from you.