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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px;" |'''Date of birth'''
| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px;" |26 August
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px;" |'''Place of birth'''
| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px;" |[[wikipedia:Delhi|Delhi]], [[wikipedia:India|India]]
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px;" |'''Nationality'''
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px;" |'''Professions'''
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px;" |'''Years active'''
| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px;" |2008–present
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px;" |'''Primary establishments'''
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* ROOH San Francisco
* Indian Accent New York & New Delhi
* Masala Library New Delhi
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px;" |'''Current designation'''
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'''Valice Francis''' is an [[wikipedia:India|Indian]] executive chef, culinary innovator, and global hospitality consultant recognized for his contributions to progressive [[wikipedia:Indian_cuisine|Indian cuisine]] and luxury [[wikipedia:Fine_dining|fine dining]] operations. Throughout his professional career, he has directed culinary programs at high-profile establishments across Asia, the Middle East, and North America, including '''ROOH San Francisco''', '''Indian Accent New York''', '''Indian Accent New Delhi''', and '''Masala Library New Delhi'''.

His culinary signature merges classical subcontinental flavor profiles with modern techniques such as [[wikipedia:Molecular_gastronomy|molecular gastronomy]], contemporary presentation, and regional seasonal produce. He currently serves as Corporate Chef at '''Barnaan Restaurant''' in [[wikipedia:Connecticut|Connecticut]], United States.

== Early life and foundational years ==
Valice Francis was born on 26 August in [[wikipedia:Delhi|Delhi]], India. Raised in North Delhi, he cultivated an early interest in regional Indian culinary traditions and commercial food production. He subsequently undertook formal hospitality training, specializing in fine dining operations, butchery, and multi-cuisine kitchen administration.

== Culinary career and international practice ==

=== Professional entry and luxury hospitality (2008–2012) ===
Francis began his professional career in 2008 at the '''Trident BKC Hotel''' in [[wikipedia:Mumbai|Mumbai]] as an Assistant Chef. During this period, he acquired foundational expertise in commercial butchery and classical Italian culinary prep at the hotel's fine dining venue, Botocino.

In 2011, he joined the culinary team at '''The Leela Palace New Delhi''', working within the kitchen operations of '''Le Cirque'''. This tenure provided him with extensive experience in luxury French gastronomy, Italian gourmet execution, and high-end hotel service standards.

=== Overseas development and progressive Indian dining (2013–2021) ===
In 2013, Francis expanded his international career by relocating to the Cayman Islands, where he served as Sous Chef and subsequently Outlet Chef at '''Ragazzi Italian Restaurant''', overseeing high-volume service delivery.

Upon returning to India in 2016, he was appointed Outlet Chef (Senior Sous Chef) at '''Masala Library''' in New Delhi, leading kitchen execution centered on [[wikipedia:Molecular_gastronomy|molecular gastronomy]] and modern Indian tasting menus. In 2017, he assumed the role of Chef de Cuisine at '''Indian Accent New Delhi''', managing kitchen logistics for the flagship establishment.

His career progressed into executive multi-unit and brand consultancy roles:
* '''Hakuna Matata Ltd.:''' Served as Executive Chef, leading culinary direction for modern Indian restaurant '''Daarukhana''' and European-inspired venue '''Slide on 69'''.
* '''Cucina Hospitality (2020):''' Appointed Corporate Head Chef for '''The House of Celeste Restaurant''' in [[wikipedia:Gurugram|Gurugram]], overseeing menu design and brand operations.
* '''MAF & Co Hospitality (2021):''' Consulted as Corporate Head Chef in Bahrain, managing culinary concepts across multi-concept venues including progressive Indian outlet *Raju Bhai*, steakhouse *Butcher’s Knife*, and *Shawarma Mama*.

=== Executive tenure at Indian Accent NYC and ROOH San Francisco ===
In 2022, Francis moved to New York City to take on the position of Head Chef at '''Indian Accent New York''', collaborating closely with renowned chef [[wikipedia:Manish_Mehrotra|Manish Mehrotra]] to deliver high-concept Indian tasting menus in Manhattan.

In 2023, he was appointed Executive Chef at '''ROOH San Francisco''', leading culinary strategy for the flagship progressive Indian restaurant. At ROOH, he integrated West Coast seasonal ingredients with traditional Indian spices, introducing dishes that received widespread critical acclaim. Under his leadership, the establishment earned coverage and recognition associated with the prestigious [[wikipedia:Michelin_Guide|Michelin Guide]].

=== Corporate strategy and present work ===
Francis subsequently joined '''Davol Restaurant''' and later '''Barnaan Restaurant''' in [[wikipedia:Connecticut|Connecticut]] as Corporate Chef. His present work centers on international restaurant advisory, menu engineering, and brand architecture for modern Indian dining concepts.

== Culinary methodology and style ==
Francis's culinary work is defined by:
* **Progressive Indian Gastronomy:** Modernizing traditional subcontinental street foods, family heritage recipes, and regional classics into multi-course fine dining experiences.
* **Technical Innovation:** Applying contemporary cooking methods, including [[wikipedia:Molecular_gastronomy|molecular gastronomy]], precise emulsification, and sous-vide techniques without compromising authentic spice bases.
* **Global Ingredient Pairing:** Fusing indigenous subcontinental spices with hyper-local, seasonal produce from international agricultural markets.

== Media and recognition ==
Francis's work has been highlighted across international food journals, trade publications, and television segments, including features associated with FOX TV. In 2025, his executive direction at ROOH San Francisco received widespread media attention following its feature in the [[wikipedia:Michelin_Guide|Michelin Guide]] for progressive Indian culinary excellence.

== Personal life ==
Francis is currently based in the United States, managing executive culinary operations and corporate consulting projects.

== Related links ==
* [[wikipedia:Indian_cuisine|Indian cuisine]]
* [[wikipedia:Fine_dining|Fine dining]]
* [[wikipedia:Molecular_gastronomy|Molecular gastronomy]]
* [[wikipedia:Michelin_Guide|Michelin Guide]]

== External links ==
* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/valicefrancis-864583235 Valice Francis on LinkedIn]
* [https://www.instagram.com/ Valice Francis on Instagram]

== References ==
* [https://www.newindiaabroad.com/english/food/indian-origin-chef-valice-francis-featured-in-michelin-guide Indian-origin chef Valice Francis featured in Michelin Guide] – ''New India Abroad''
* [https://www.fb101.com/rooh-sf-announces-valice-francis-as-new-executive-chef ROOH SF Announces Valice Francis as New Executive Chef] – ''FB101''

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