Alefiya brings a unique perspective to Eight Around as both co-host and flavor curator. Her professional life as an Impact Consultant in the social sector for 5+ years has honed her ability to understand diverse needs and create meaningful connections, skills that translate beautifully into hospitality.

Her culinary heritage runs deep through her maternal roots in Madhya Pradesh, where her family's kitchen tradition centers around robust, meat-driven delicacies and gloriously indulgent, ghee-laden desserts. This background gives her an intuitive understanding of how fat and protein create depth in dishes, and why patience in cooking often yields the most rewarding results.

Alefiya's approach to food is both nurturing and adventurous, combining traditional techniques with contemporary presentation.

Meet Husain, your co-host and the architect of tonight's flavor journey. By day, he navigates the complex world of HR and Project Management with 8+ years of professional expertise. But as the sun sets, he transforms into what he calls a "foodie by night", a passion cultivated over 30 years of relentless taste exploration.

Husain's restaurant recommendations have become legendary among friends and colleagues, not just for their accuracy but for his uncanny ability to match personalities with perfect dining experiences.

His love for food extends beyond consumption to creation and sharing—he finds equal joy in discovering a hidden gem and in watching others experience their first perfect bite.

He does not just cook; he orchestrates experiences, understanding that great food is as much about timing, presentation and atmosphere as it is about taste.