Published 2 years ago

Chess, Dosa And Vada, The 44th Chess Olympiad Has It All

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Geert van der Velde, CEO of Chessable, posted a photo of himself eating from a banana leaf on Twitter. Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded to the post, saying: "India's culinary diversity is legendary. I'm glad to see you enjoying Chennai and exploring the city" The Dutchman has since tried several dishes and uploaded them on social media.

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Times of India

Chess...dosa...vada.. et al.. The Olympiad has it all

"What was totally new to me was eating with my fingers. I wasn't aware that this was the traditional way of eating food in India. I have dined at Ethiopian restaurants before where this is the custom. But, I had never eaten Indian food from a banana leaf and it was a very enjoyable experience," van der Velde told PTI.

2 years ago·India

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NDTV

Chess, Dosa And Vada, The 44th Chess Olympiad Has It All

The battle of the brains is on in the 44th chess Olympiad here and those from abroad including the players are showcasing their prowess on the board and also trying out the local cuisine and relishing it.

2 years ago·New Delhi, India

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Deccan Herald

Dosa, vada, gobi manchurian: The Chess Olympiad has it all!

The battle of brains is on in the 44th chess Olympiad and those from abroad including the players are showcasing their prowess on the board and also trying out the local cuisine and relishing it. According to Geert van der Velde, chief executive officer (CEO) of Chessable, an e-learning platforming for mastering the game, it was his first time in India and that eating food from a banana leaf was a very enjoyable experience for him.

2 years ago

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