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The Indian chef who brought curry to America – then vanished

Published October 30, 2026 10:02 pm • Updated October 30, 2026 10:02 pm •

Indian chef Ranji Smile opened America’s first Indian restaurant in 1901 - then became a fake prince.

Indian chef Ranji Smile opened America’s first Indian restaurant in 1901 – then became a fake prince.

Source: BBC News — Original report ↗

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