Rohini Rana is an author, culinary historian, and expert on Nepal’s royal cuisine, best known for her books “The Rana Cookbook: Recipes from the Palaces of Nepal” and “The Nepal Cookbook: 108 Regional Recipes”. Born into the royal family of Awagarh, Uttar Pradesh, she later married General Gaurav S.J.B. Rana, former Chief of Army Staff of Nepal, in 1977. Her deep-rooted passion for preserving Nepal’s culinary heritage led her to document and share traditional recipes from Nepal’s palaces, offering insights into the lavish feasts and flavors of the past. Through her books, she highlights the cultural diversity of Nepalese cuisine, bringing forth recipes that blend influences from India, Tibet, and indigenous Nepalese traditions. Actively sharing her culinary adventures on Instagram (@rohinidollyrana), she continues to promote Nepal’s gastronomic legacy. With her work, Rohini Rana has become a leading voice in preserving and celebrating the art of Nepalese royal cooking.