The Telangana Chefs Association (TCA) commemorated its 6th Anniversary with a lively and enriching Culinary Conclave 2025 held on Friday, May 23rd at The Park, Hyderabad. The full-day event brought together the culinary community to celebrate achievements, share knowledge, and explore the future of the profession.

The conclave was inaugurated by Chef Manjit Singh Gill, President of the Indian Federation of Culinary Associations (IFCA), and attended by a distinguished group of Guests of Honor including

• Chef Vijayabaskaran, General Secretary, IFCA
• Chef MS Gupta, Treasurer, IFCA Presidium
• Chef Sudhir Sibal, Board Member, IFCA Presidium
• Ms. Maud Miquau, Director, Alliance Française
• Chef Dharmendra Lamba, President, TCA
  

  

 The event featured a rich lineup of sessions including thought-provoking topics such as Future Kitchens, the Rise of Regional Cuisine, Chef Wellness, and Social Media for Chefs. A key highlight was the panel discussion on “AI – Ruin or Rule the Kitchen?”, which sparked engaging conversations on the evolving role of technology in culinary spaces.

The day also saw the grand launch of the TCA Culinary League 2025, aimed at fostering new talent and innovation. A series of felicitations honoured outstanding chefs, mentors, and partners, followed by cultural performances by hospitality college students and a cheerful cake-cutting ceremony.

 Held at The Park, Raj Bhavan Road, Somajiguda, the event concluded with hi-tea and lively interactions, reflecting TCA’s dedication to building a vibrant and supportive culinary ecosystem in Telangana.

The 6th Anniversary Conclave reaffirmed TCA’s role in shaping the future of Indian cuisine, blending tradition with forward-thinking ideas.