Tastepreneur Grand Event at SGT University Celebrates India’s Emerging F&B Entrepreneurs

Tastepreneur Grand Event at SGT University Celebrates India’s Emerging F&B Entrepreneurs

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on December 18, 2025

AGSKI 360 (Anantaa GSK Innovations Pvt. Ltd.), in association with its knowledge partner, the School of Hotel and Tourism Management at SGT University, hosted the Catch Presents Tastepreneur Grand Event at the SGT University campus in Gurugram. The event celebrated India’s vibrant F&B sector, bringing together culinary visionaries, hospitality experts, and emerging entrepreneurs for a day of inspiration, mentorship, and innovation.

The event was inaugurated by Chef Vivek Saggar, General Secretary of the Indian Culinary Forum, who set the tone for the day with his insights and experience. His presence inspired budding entrepreneurs, emphasizing leadership, creativity, and excellence in the culinary arts.

Tastepreneur serves as a platform to empower India’s rising food and hospitality entrepreneurs. Through live demonstrations, panel discussions, competitions, and networking sessions, participants gained valuable mentorship and practical insights to refine their concepts and scale their businesses. The event drew a diverse audience including chefs, startup founders, food bloggers, influencers, educators, and institutional leaders.

A key highlight was bridging creative talent with industry expertise, enabling startups to learn from veterans and improve business strategies. Culinary innovation showcases allowed participants to present new recipes and food concepts, while collaborative sessions encouraged exchange of ideas between food-tech innovators and hospitality leaders.

Expanding beyond the event, Tastepreneur has launched a reality show, featuring ten episodes where top industry figures acted as “sharks,” mentoring and investing in innovative food startups. Additionally, the AGSKI 360 Podcast Series on YouTube offers industry insights and emerging trends, further supporting aspiring entrepreneurs.

The event also celebrated young talent through culinary competitions. The HomeChef competition stood out, showcasing amateur chefs from across India and encouraging creativity and skill development in the country’s evolving food scene.

Industry participation was extensive, with notable brands and organisations including the Indian Culinary Forum, Catch (DS Group), Pansari Group, Roop Mahal Rice, Unox, Aggarwal Namkeen, Mohan Ghee, and Steadfast contributing as mentors, jury members, and speakers. Their guidance provided emerging entrepreneurs with practical advice and inspiration.

The event featured expert-led sessions, live demonstrations, and mentor-led workshops, creating a hands-on learning environment. Networking with industry leaders offered further opportunities for growth. A special moment was the Lifetime Achievement Award presented to Chef Vivek Saggar, recognizing his contributions to Indian culinary arts. Col. S. S. Vaid and Prof. (Dr.) Hemant Verma also addressed the gathering, motivating young professionals to pursue careers grounded in creativity, sustainability, and innovation.

Looking ahead, the Tastepreneur platform plans to expand the reality show to new regions and introduce more initiatives to foster entrepreneurship in India’s F&B sector. The Grand Event marked a strong beginning, positioning India as a global hub for culinary innovation and hospitality entrepreneurship.

Organisers, Mr. Hemant Kumar Sharma (Managing Director, AGSKI 360) and Col. S. S. Vaid (Director of Operations), expressed gratitude to Mr. Harish Kumar (Dean, School of Hotel Management) and Prof. (Dr.) Hemant Verma (Vice Chancellor, SGT University) for their invaluable support in making the event a success.

The Tastepreneur Grand Event concluded on a note of optimism, celebrating the achievements of established entrepreneurs while empowering the next generation of innovators with the tools, knowledge, and networks to succeed in India’s dynamic food and hospitality industry.


Zega at Sheraton Hyderabad Unveils Mizuwari Series Inspired by Samurai Virtues

Zega at Sheraton Hyderabad Unveils Mizuwari Series Inspired by Samurai Virtues

By Hariharan U

Published on August 25, 2026

Zega at Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel has unveiled the Mizuwari Series, a new collection of seven signature cocktails inspired by the Japanese tradition of Mizuwari, meaning “cut with water,” and the seven virtues of the Samurai.

Rooted in the principles of balance, restraint and refinement, the new beverage concept combines bold flavours, subtle dilution and considered craftsmanship. Each cocktail is designed around a distinct virtue, translating elements of Japanese philosophy into a contemporary drinking experience.

The collection features Makoto, Chu, Ikigai, Rei, Jin, Yu and Meiyo, with each creation offering its own flavour profile and personality.

The journey begins with Makoto – Honesty & Sincerity, combining vodka, Aperol, yuzu lime and fizz. Chu – Duty & Loyalty brings together bourbon whisky, lime, sesame and Angostura bitters in a characterful highball.

Ikigai – The Secret to a Long & Happy Life combines gin, cherry cordial, hibiscus and sparkling elements, while Rei – Beauty in Imperfection takes a more unexpected approach with vodka, pickled ginger, kaffir lime, cucumber and watermelon.

The collection continues with Jin – Compassion, a blush-pink highball featuring gin, passion, strawberry sweet vermouth, citrus and fizz. Yu – Heroic Courage combines gin, cherry wine, Campari, lime and fizz, while Meiyo – Honour brings together white rum, pineapple, Campari and lime for a more layered profile.

Together, the seven cocktails create a beverage experience that goes beyond individual flavour combinations, inviting guests to explore the stories and virtues represented by each creation.

Through the Mizuwari Series, Zega continues to explore contemporary Japanese-inspired beverage experiences, bringing together traditional philosophy, modern mixology and thoughtful presentation. From refreshing and delicate profiles to richer and more complex combinations, the collection encourages guests to pause, discover and savour each cocktail.


The Orchid Chandigarh Celebrates Rakshabandhan with South Indian Festive Feast

The Orchid Chandigarh Celebrates Rakshabandhan with South Indian Festive Feast

By Hariharan U

Published on August 23, 2026

The Orchid Chandigarh is inviting guests to celebrate Rakshabandhan with an authentic South Indian festive dining experience at South of Vindhyas on August 28, bringing together regional flavours, family traditions and warm hospitality.

The specially curated experience is designed for families looking to mark the occasion over a festive meal, with a menu inspired by the rich culinary traditions of South India.

Guests can choose between thoughtfully curated vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals, featuring classic South Indian delicacies prepared using authentic recipes and time-honoured cooking techniques. The menus are designed to offer a wholesome dining experience while showcasing the distinctive flavours of the region.

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Whether celebrating the bond between siblings, gathering with family or simply enjoying a festive meal, the Rakshabandhan offering at South of Vindhyas provides an opportunity to mark the occasion through food and togetherness.

The experience reflects the restaurant’s focus on bringing authentic regional cuisine to Chandigarh while creating memorable occasions for guests. With traditional flavours and the hospitality associated with The Orchid Chandigarh, the festive meal aims to make Rakshabandhan a special culinary celebration.

Event Details:

What: Rakshabandhan Festive Meal
Venue: South of Vindhyas, The Orchid Chandigarh
Date: August 28, 2026
Contact: +91 9056784618 / +91 9056784619 / +91 9056784617


Opus at Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai Brings Chinese Hot-Pot Experience This August

Opus at Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai Brings Chinese Hot-Pot Experience This August

By Hariharan U

Published on August 22, 2026

This August, Opus at Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai is bringing a warm and comforting Chinese dining experience to the city with Hot-Pot: The Comfort of Togetherness, running from 17–30 August.

The experience offers guests a choice of three broths, Sichuan, Asian Mushroom and Tomato Stock. These can be paired with a selection of vegetables, meats, seafood and noodles, giving diners the option to build a hot-pot meal to their liking.

Designed for sharing, the experience is well suited for Mumbai's monsoon season and offers a relaxed way to enjoy a meal with family and friends.

With its focus on warm broths, fresh ingredients and a shared dining format, Hot-Pot: The Comfort of Togetherness adds a seasonal option to Mumbai's August dining scene

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