WHO: India Doris is executive chef and co-owner of Markette and The Argyle.
ABOUT: India opened Markette, the modern European restaurant with Caribbean influences in Chelsea in mid-2025. The Argyle, which launched in September, is her new cocktail lounge located directly below Markette. Originally from London, India has lived and cooked throughout Europe at acclaimed restaurants in Spain, France and the UK, including London’s La Trompette and Bibendum at the Michelin House, in addition to time spent studying butchery in Scotland.
Upon settling in New York City over ten years ago, India worked as Chef de Partie at The NoMad – where she first met her current business partner, Alex Pfaffenbach (formerly Director of Development at Quality Branded restaurant group) – before joining renowned Chef James Kent at his debut restaurant, the Michelin-starred Crown Shy. She rose to Executive Sous Chef at the sister concept, the two Michelin-starred SAGA. At Markette, India’s seasonally rotating menu is heavily inspired by her time spent in Europe, as well as by her Caribbean heritage – showcasing her creative, yet timeless point of view.
This is her first time leading a class at De Gustibus.
WHAT: Doris, chef-partner of Chelsea newest destination Markette, brings a fresh perspective to modern European cooking—layering refined technique with the vibrant influence of her Caribbean roots.
WHEN: Thursday, February 19, 6:00 - 8:00 PM EST
WHERE: De Gustibus Culinary Studio
