New Delhi, Feb. 27 -- Renowned Indian-Israeli chef Reena Pushkarna has come into the spotlight again, with the celebrity restaurateur preparing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's dinner for his visit to Tel Aviv and getting a mention from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

In the joint statement released during PM Modi's visit to Israel, Netanyahu lauded the India-born chef for playing a key role in his personal life.

"I think our first or second date was at an Indian restaurant in Tel Aviv. Reena Pushkarna. And I have to tell you, there is no question, first of all, the food was unbelievable," Netanyahu said as his wife Sara was seen nodding.

Netanyahu, in his comments, was referring to the Tandoori restaurant in Tel Aviv, which was found...