In partnership, ITC Hotels and Marriott International Hotels are coming together to commemorate the United Nations-declared International Year of Millets. These nutritious and fibre-rich ancient grains are making a comeback, championed by ITC Hotels' culinary expertise and their commitment to "Responsible Luxury."

Reviving Millets for Sustainability and Health

The Indian Government's focus on millets, known as Shree Anna, aligns with ITC Hotels and Marriott International Hotels' mission to promote food security and nutritional goals. This collaboration aims to spread the importance of millet globally and support the government's initiative.

Anil Chadha, Divisional Chief Executive of ITC Hotels, mentions, "Our chefs have created exquisite millet-based recipes for various cuisines. We shall continue to promote the same in India and are delighted to share our knowledge of this 'millet repertoire' with Marriott for international markets."

Leading a Culinary Revolution

Beyond being a superfood, millets are hailed as the 'foods of the future' by the scientific community. This initiative combines taste, nutrition, and sustainability, offering hope for food security and sustainability.

Ranju Alex, Area Vice President of South Asia at Marriott International, adds, "The significance of millets in today's global scenario cannot be emphasized enough. Through this partnership, we hope to increase public awareness of the health benefits of this ancestral crop."

From Breads to Buffets

ITC Hotels' chefs have crafted an extensive menu of millet-based breads, showcasing the versatility of these grains. Marriott International Hotels will also feature innovative millet recipes in their buffet spreads, highlighting finger millet and jaggery pancakes, savoury ragi flour khandvi, jackfruit millet haleem, and pearl millet risotto with prawns and pickled tomato. This collaboration truly brings the incredible flavours and benefits of millets to the forefront.