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August 30, 2026 — 5:00amDepinder Chhibber is a chef. The 34-year-old shares her day on a plate. Photo: Art by Eliza Iredale7.30am A glass of warm water to help me warm up, followed by a cup of homemade chai, while feeding my kids breakfast.8.30am Two hard-boiled eggs with chilli oil. I am currently trying very hard to avoid carbs for the next few weeks. Another glass of warm water, plus water from my large bottle which I fill up and drink throughout the day.10.30am A banana and a keto granola yoghurt bowl, topped with fresh berries and a tiny drizzle of maple.12.30pm My lunch today is a clean-out-my-fridge tuna salad: tuna in chilli oil along with cabbage, spring onion, tomatoes, onion, cucumber and sesame dressing. I also have coconut water.3.30pm It is time for another cup of chai! I nee