Chand Sahrawat

Chand Sahrawat

restaurateur New Zealand

Chand Sahrawat is a prominent restaurateur known for his innovative contributions to Auckland's dining scene. Alongside his wife, he has successfully operated several acclaimed establishments, including Sidart, Cassia, and The French Café. Recently, he announced the closure of their casual eatery KOL due to challenging trading conditions, but plans to pivot towards supporting new restaurant ventures by establishing a hospitality incubator in the KOL space.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
4,306
Power
188$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 1 9.00 0.09% +0% 4,822,233 4,306 $210,000 188$
Totals 1 4,822,233 4,306 $210,000 188$
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New Zealand New Zealand: Chand Sahrawat is the co-owner of The French Café, known for its excellence in dining. 9

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: The Viva Top 50 Auckland Restaurants 2025

New Zealand New Zealand: Chand Sahrawat is the owner of The Epicurian Consultancy Limited, which is owed money by Sidart. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Auckland restaurant Sidart owes former owner almost $1m after going into liquidation

New Zealand New Zealand: Chand Sahrawat is a former employer who financed Lesley Chandra into Sidart. 6

Lesley Chandra Michael Meredith Henry Onesemo Plabita Florence Jack Cashmore Zennon Wijlens Vaughan Mabee Sid Sahrawat Kim Knight
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Top chef Lesley Chandra closes Ponsonby fine diner Sidart after award win

New Zealand New Zealand: Chand Sahrawat, along with Sid Sahrawat, closed their restaurant KOL due to challenging trading conditions. 5

Lesley Chandra Sid Sahrawat
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Ponsonby restaurant Sidart to close its doors after going into liquidation

New Zealand New Zealand: Chand Sahrawat announced the closure of her restaurant Kol due to challenging trading conditions. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Candela restaurant on Karangahape Rd to shut doors after unexpected offer

New Zealand New Zealand: Sid and Chand Sahrawat announced they were closing their restaurant Kol, citing challenging trading conditions. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Ponsonby Road Bistro to close in May, latest Ponsonby eatery to close

New Zealand New Zealand: With the news that Sid and Chand Sahrawat are closing their restaurant Kol. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: 22 of the best lifestyle and entertainment stories of the year so far

New Zealand New Zealand: Chand Sahrawat is a celebrated restaurateur who opened Kol. 8

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Kol closure: The history of the many Auckland restaurants of 23 Ponsonby Rd

New Zealand New Zealand: Chand Sahrawat explained how the new incubator will work for hospitality professionals. 5

Sid Sahrawat Marisa Bidois Al Brown Kelli Brett Lesley Chandra
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Sid Sahrawat to close Ponsonby restaurant KOL, challenging trading conditions blamed