Chef Yavhin Siriwardhana, professionally known as Yavhin Siri, is a Malaysian chef and the Executive Chef of Nadodi in Kuala Lumpur, a restaurant celebrated for its refined and narrative-driven interpretation of South Indian, Sri Lankan, and Malay cuisines. Born and raised in Malaysia with Sri Lankan and Malayali heritage, his culinary identity is deeply rooted in ancestral traditions, which he reimagines through contemporary techniques and thoughtful storytelling.
Yavhin holds a degree in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management, a foundation that shaped his disciplined approach to technique, presentation, and menu development. Under his leadership, Nadodi has earned widespread critical acclaim and numerous industry accolades, establishing itself as one of the region’s most distinctive dining destinations. The restaurant is praised for its immersive tasting menus, which explore themes of heritage, migration, and cultural exchange.
Committed to preserving authenticity while pushing creative boundaries, Chef Yavhin uses food as a medium to connect history with modern expression. His work has led to international collaborations and appearances at global culinary events, positioning him as an influential voice in contemporary Asian gastronomy.
