Awards and Recognitions
Khanna was awarded a Michelin star for his restaurant Junoon by Michelin Guide for 2012, and 2013.
He was awarded GQ India Man of the year 2012 on Sept 30th, 2012 in Mumbai by GQ Magazine.
He was featured on the cover of Mens Health India Magazine - October 2012.
In 2011, he was awarded the "Rising Star Chef Award by Star Chefs for his role in shaping the future of American Cuisine.
On March 29, 2011, Khanna's restaurant Junoon received a favourable review from Sam Sifton in The New York Times.
He was voted "New York's Hottest Chef" in a poll conducted by the New York Eater blog.
On July 29, 2011, Khanna hosted dinner for the Hindu American Seva Charities Hindu American Seva Charities Conference held at the White House organized by Anju Bhargava, who is a member of President Barack Obama's Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships.
Khanna was featured in the Top Sexy and Successful list of Anokhi Magazine in their 5th Anniversary Issue. Metro New York featured Khanna as Hottest Chef Around. In November 2011, Vikas was featured in the list of Sexiest Man Alive by People Magazine.
Khanna has received acclaim for his cooking style from the James Beard Foundation, and received the "Access to Freedom Award" in 2005 from SATH, and The Shining Star Award from Just One Break, Inc.Just One Break, Inc.
He has also received a proclamation from the New York City Council for his outstanding contribution to the city, and was chosen "New Yorker of the Week" by NY1.
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