Sanjyot Keer is a distinguished Indian chef, YouTuber, content creator, entrepreneur, and internet personality known for founding Your Food Lab (YFL), a leading platform with detailed yet simplified cooking videos showcasing diverse Indian cuisine.
With over 7 million YouTube subscribers and millions of views, he makes home cooking accessible through step-by-step recipes, regional dishes, and innovative hacks.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Sanjyot Keer
- Stage Name: Sanjyot Keer
- Born: June 16, 1992
- Age: 34 years old
- Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Ethnicity: Indian
- Occupation: Chef, YouTuber, Content Creator, Entrepreneur
- Height: Unknown
- Religion: Hinduism
- Parents: Leena Keer
- Siblings: Anisha Bachher (sister)
- Spouse: Payal Kapoor Keer
- Children: None
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $4 million USD
Early Life and Education
Sanjyot Keer was born on June 16, 1992, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. He was raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Keer, with his mother Leena Keer, in Mumbai. He grew up with one sister, Anisha Bachher.
His ethnicity is Indian, and his religion is Hinduism.
He pursued education in hotel management, graduating from Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh and later from ITM Institute of Hotel Management in Mumbai. His passion for cooking developed early, leading him to work as a food producer for MasterChef India (season 4) on Star Plus before launching his digital career.
Career
Sanjyot Keer started in the culinary field as a food producer for competitive TV shows like MasterChef India. In February 2016, he founded Your Food Lab, beginning with cooking videos on Facebook and YouTube that emphasized simplified, detailed recipes for Indian home cooking.
The channel grew rapidly with content on regional cuisines, quick meals, festive dishes, and collaborations with celebrities like Radhika Apte and Gulshan Devaiah.
It now features over 1,700 videos, building a community of millions. He expanded into ventures like YFL Home (kitchen products) and Cüraa by YFL Home. Recognized in Forbes India’s Tycoons of Tomorrow 2018 and GQ Most Influential Young Indian 2024, he focuses on making Indian cuisine beautiful and accessible while inspiring home chefs.
Awards and Nominations
- Forbes India Tycoons of Tomorrow (2018)
- GQ Most Influential Young Indian (2024)
Social Media
- Instagram Handle: @sanjyotkeer
- YouTube Channel: Your Food Lab
- LinkedIn: Sanjyot Keer
Personal Life
Sanjyot Keer, 34, is married to Payal Kapoor Keer since November 16, 2019. They have no children. His relationship status is married, with no publicly known past relationships. He keeps family life private but often credits his journey to personal growth and family support, focusing on culinary passion and community building.
Net Worth
Sanjyot Keer‘s net worth is estimated at $4 million USD. His income primarily comes from YouTube monetization (high views and subscribers from recipe videos), brand collaborations and sponsorships (food, kitchenware, lifestyle products), Instagram promotions (600K+ followers), merchandise and product sales through YFL Home and Cüraa, speaking engagements, and consulting in the food industry.