Ruth Dsouza Prabhu is an independent journalist and author based in Bangalore, with over two decades of experience in global media. Her work focuses on food, culture, and the stories that connect them, with bylines in The New York Times, Al Jazeera, The National, Nikkei Asia, Whetstone South Asia, Condé Nast Traveller India, and more.

She is the author and editor of India’s Most Legendary Restaurants (Aleph Book Co.), a celebration of the country’s iconic culinary institutions, which has been featured at leading literature festivals across India. She has also contributed to the Bloomsbury Handbook of Indian Cuisine and is part of the organising committee of the annual Indian Culinary Agenda in Delhi.

Ruth’s work in food journalism has brought her in close conversation with some of the most respected chefs and restaurateurs in India and abroad. She is also a jury member for several prominent F&B awards, contributing her expertise to shaping conversations around dining and hospitality.

Beyond journalism, she partners with hospitality, lifestyle, and real estate brands on content development and strategy, and regularly mentors writers and PR professionals through workshops.