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Thank you for making the Food Connoisseurs India Convention 2025 – West India Edition a Grand Success!

21st May 2025 | NESCO Centre, Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai

21st May 2025 | NESCO Centre, Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai

Thank you for making the Food Connoisseurs India Convention 2025 – West India Edition a Grand Success!

Agenda

09:00 AM - 9:45 AM

Conference Registration along with Networking Tea

10:00 AM - 10:05 AM

Welcome Address

10:05 AM - 10:15 AM

Inaugural Keynote Address
More than food: Curating stories through Food, Creativity and Passion

  • Chef Hemant Oberoi, Founder, OB Hospitality & Hemant Oberoi Hospitality; Founder, Michelin Selection Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi, One Toque by Gault&Millau

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

Session 1: Unlocking the Future of Dining

  • Trends in Full-Service Restaurants (FSRs): Opportunities and Challenges
  • Scaling with Franchising & Localising Fast Food
  • Operational Efficiency in QSRs, restaurants, cloud kitchens
  • Fusion Cuisine Blending Local and Global Flavors
  • From Keto to Plant-Based Menus, Health-Conscious Dining Ruling the Platter
  • Leveraging Technology with a Tempering of AI, Digital Menus, and Contactless Experiences
  • Food Delivery Evolution: How Cloud Kitchens Are Shaping Dining Habits
  • Addressing Sustainability in Fine Dining: Waste Management and Local Sourcing

Session Lead

  • Chef Gautam Mehrishi-Corporate Executive Chef, Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Limited

Speakers

  • Mr. Abhayraj Singh Kohli – Partner, Tori & Director of Grandmamas Cafe, Pritam, Nakhra, Pritam Da Dhaba, MRP
  • Mr. Ankit Tayal – Co-Founder, True Palate Hospitality (one8 Commune, Neuma, Pincode by Chef Kunal Kapoor & Jolene)
  • Mr. Dheeraj Gupta– Managing Director, Jumboking
  • Mr. Mukesh Katotra – Executive Director & CFO, Jamie Oliver Restaurant Group India
  • Chef Ambar Rode – Chef and Restaurateur, Founder- Nannas Negroni, Lepetit Amour, Flamingo Pune, Fig and Fromage
  • Ms. Niketa Sharma– Managing Director, Keish Hospitality
  • Chef Altamsh Patel – Executive Chef, Hilton Mumbai International Airport, Joint Secretary WICA

11:35 AM - 12:25 PM

Session 2: The Burgeoning Café Culture

  • The Rise of Experiential Cafés: What’s Beyond Coffee?
  • Bakery and Patisserie Boom: Shaping Urban Café Menus
  • Millennials and Gen Z as Key Drivers of Café Culture
  • Evolving Design and Ambience: Creating Memorable Café Spaces
  • Role of Social Media in Defining the Café Experience
  • Promoting Local Artisans and Coffee Roasters

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Session Lead

  • Mr. Abhinav Mathur-Managing Director, Kaapi Machines

Speakers

  • Mr. Abhijeet Anand– Founder, abCoffee
  • Mr. Sid Marchant– Co-Founder, Good Flippin’ Burgers & FLYP Coffee
  • Ms. Deepa Hall, Business Head – F&B at Reliance Brands Limited
  • Mr. Navin Shetty– Business Head Retail, Chaipoint
  • Mr. Shashank Anumula, Managing Partner, Cafe Niloufer

12:40 PM - 1:30 PM

Session 3: HoReCa Going GLOCAL with Local Flavors, Global Reach

  • Surge of Regional and Micro-Cuisines in Restaurants
  • Authenticity vs Innovation: Balancing Traditional and Modern
  • Showcasing Indigenous Ingredients to the Global Market
  • Collaborating with Local Farmers and Producers
  • Culinary Tourism in West India: Attracting the Global Foodie
  • Food Festivals: Boosting Local Cuisine and Community Engagement
  • Wholesome, balanced meals crafted with fresh, nutrient-rich ingredients
  • Health-driven cuisine made with seasonal, organic produce, curated for all ages
  • Healthy & sustainably sourced produce & earthy flavours to every plate

Session Lead

  • Chef Michael Swamy-Celebrity Chef & Restaurateur, Food Stylist, Author

Speakers

  • Chef Hemant Oberoi, Founder, OB Hospitality & Hemant Oberoi Hospitality; Founder, Michelin Selection Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi, One Toque by Gault&Millau
  • Mr. Pawan Shahri-Co-Founder & CEO, Chrome Hospitality (Late Checkout, Gigi, Lyla, Eve, Kaia, Donna Deli, Shy Cafe and Bar)
  • Chef Avinash Martins-Principal Culinary Artist, Chef & Founder, Cavatina
  • Ms. Sonal Barmecha – Managing Director, Santé hospitality pvt ltd, La Magia and Yumma Swami
  • Chef Ranjeet Pandey, Vice President, Operations, Fisherman’s Wharf
  • Chef Ananya Banerjee-Author, Consultant, Founder & CEO, Ananya Banerjee Consulting Services
  • Chef Niyati Rao-Chef & Co-Founder, Ekaa, Bombay Daak and KMC Bar & Bistro

1:30 PM - 2:10 PM

Networking Lunch

2:10 PM - 3:05 PM

Session 4: Sustainability and Innovation in the HoReCa Industry

  • Zero-Waste Kitchens: Feasibility and Implementation
  • The Role of Plant-Based Alternatives in Menus
  • The Future of Water in Food Services: Challenges & Innovations
  • Eco-Friendly Packaging Solutions for Takeaways and Deliveries
  • Reducing Carbon Footprints in Food Production and Supply Chain
  • Using Technology for Resource Optimization in Hotels and Restaurants
  • Educating Customers on Sustainability: From Farm to Fork
  • Cost-Effective Solutions in Food Delivery
  • Tech-Driven Efficiency in Food Delivery

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Session Lead

  • Chef Vinod Bhati, Executive Member, Indian Culinary Forum, IFCA, WACS

Speakers

  • Mr. Raghav Joshi, Co-Founder, Rebel Foods
  • Mr. Akshay Balwani-Director, Upper Crust Foods Private Limited (Sbarro Pizza India)
  • Mr. Prahlad Sukhtankar-Founder, The Black Sheep Bistro and Black Market Goa
  • Mr. Love Goel-Founder, Indo Impex
  • Mr. Suneel Shah-Sales Head, Pentair, Indian Subcontinent
  • Mr. Ashish Chatterjee– Business Head, Warehousing and Hyperlocal, Celcius Logistics
  • Mr. Harpreet Tibb-Director, Tibbs Frankie

03:05 PM - 3:13 PM

Keynote Session
Brewing Sbooch Culture: Turning Clean Ingredients into a Bold Kombucha Story

  • Mr. Niraj Manek, Co-Founder & CEO, Sbooch

03:13 PM - 3:25 PM

Fireside Chat
Culinary Storytelling - Crafting Narratives through Food

Moderated by- Chef Saurav Banerjee, Corporate Chef, NESCO Centre, Mumbai

  • Ms. Anisha Anand, Founder Director, Aurum Foods & Mr. Anant Kumar Ganediwal, Founder Director, Aurum Foods

3:25 PM - 4:15 PM

Session 5: The Power of Trends in Shaping the Future

  • Hyper-Local Competitors vs National Chains: The Tug of War
  • The Influence of Food Bloggers and Influencers in the HoReCa Sector
  • Tech-Driven Personalization in Customer Experiences
  • Revival of Traditional Cooking Methods: Nostalgia in Modern Kitchens
  • Collaborations with Global Chefs and Brands: What Works in West India?
  • Exploring the Role of AI and Data Analytics in Predicting Food Trends

Session Lead

  • Ms. Eesha Sukhi-Founder & Director, The BlueBop Cafe

Speakers

  • Chef Vineet Manocha-President – Culinary at Bikaji Foods International Ltd, The Kachori Story & Author
  • Ms. Akshara Bisht-Director-Food Division, Sankalp Group
  • Mr. Nitin Tandon – Food stylist, Chefpreneur & Educator
  • Mr. Saurabh Shrivastava– Founder, Mangosteen Cafe
  • Chef Ishijyot Surri-Executive Chef and Founder Mulk, Miniyaturk & SJI Gourmet
  • Mr. Nalin Bansal, E-Commerce Expert, Former Director, Chai Point

4:20 PM - 4:30 PM

Keynote Session
From Passion to Success: Growing a Multi-Brand Empire in the Indian F&B Industry

  • Mr. Ashish Dev Kapur – Founder & Director, Moods Hospitality (Yo! China, Mademoiselle Goa, Whisky Samba, Antares Goa, The Wine Company & Cafe Mez India)

4:30 PM - 5:20 PM

Session 6: Live Music, Themed Nights, and Cultural Integration redefining Nighttime grazing

  • Craft Spirits and Cocktails: The New Nightlife Essential
  • Evolution of Bar Menus: Fusion Finger Foods and Beyond
  • Sustainability in Nightlife: Eco-Friendly Bars and Waste-Free Kitchens
  • Emerging Hotspots: Mapping West India’s Growing Nightlife Scene
  • Licensing and Legal Frameworks: Challenges for Nightlife Entrepreneurs

Session Lead

  • Mr. R.S. Dharmendra-Chief Operating Officer, Gigu Hospitality Private Limited, Gillys Chain of Restobars

Speakers

  • Ms. Shatbhi Basu-Creative Consultants & STIR Academy Of Bartending
  • Mr. Prashant Issar– MD – Bellona Hospitality Services Limited & MD and Founder- Stratix Hospitality Pvt. Ltd.
  • Ms. Neeti Goel-Director, Avan Ventures Pvt Ltd
  • Mr. Manu Gulati-Founder, Managing Director & Master Brewer, Effingut Breweries Pvt Ltd
  • Mr. Ramakrishna Ganesh – Investor and Partner, Multiple Ventures, Sally and Street by 1522
  • Ms. Swapn Randhawa-Vice President, Spaceman Spirits Lab

5:30 PM - 6:40 PM

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