India Gourmet Luxe 2024: Over 2200 Guests Indulged in 500+ Culinary Delights & Honored 25+ Experts!

by  Komal Darji Industry Watch | October 3, 2024 | Feature

India Gourmet Luxe

Mumbai played host to the much-anticipated second season of India Gourmet Luxe on October 1st, 2024, at the Dome, SVP Stadium. The prestigious event delivered an unforgettable celebration where luxury, flavor, and culture came together in spectacular fashion. Building on the success of its inaugural season, the second edition saw a larger and more diverse gathering of India’s finest food artisans, renowned chefs, wedding experts, and luxury brands.

A joint initiative of EVENTFAQS Media, Sanjeev Kapoor, and DOME Entertainment, India Gourmet Luxe is much more than a culinary event; it’s a celebration of food as a form of art rooted in India's rich cultural heritage. The event brought together over 2200 guests, including 100+ wedding experts, 100+ gourmet experts, and featured 500+ culinary experiences, providing a rich platform for innovation, collaboration, and networking. The aim was to showcase the highest-yielding segments of the industry, setting new standards in both culinary and wedding excellence.

The evening kicked off with a grand inauguration ceremony featuring a ribbon-cutting event, led by renowned personalities, with the event's emcee, Rupali Suri, setting an enthusiastic tone. The inauguration was followed by a networking session where attendees enjoyed live performances by singer Khushi Sadry and DJ Bosco, alongside an act by mentalist Deepak Rao. An important moment was the ceremonial lamp lighting, followed by speeches from the curators. 

One of the evening's highlights was a special product launch by IOCL Chairman, V. Satish Kumar, alongside Sanjeev Kapoor, followed by awards recognizing culinary giants. Visionary leaders like Jimmy Mistry, Founder and Chairman of Della Adventure & Resorts, and top brands such as The Leela Group and Fairmont Hotels were celebrated. Industry stalwarts like Bhagwan Balani, General Manager at ITC, and a distinguished group from Taj Hotels, were recognized for their contributions to luxury hospitality. Harkaran Singh, General Manager at Aurika, was also honored.

The restaurant awards recognized influential figures such as Sunil Kapur, Chairman of K Hospitality, Hitesh Keswani, Managing Director of Aspect Hospitality, and Anurag Katriar, Founder of Indigo Hospitality. Industry icons AD Singh, Founder and MD of Olive Group of Restaurants, and the Tham Brothers, Founders of FOO, were also celebrated, along with Ranjit D Bindra, Founder and CEO of Bastian Hospitality, Zoravar Kalra, Founder of Massive Restaurants, Krishna Tamang, Managing Director of China Gate Group, Hassan Jaffer Mansuri, Managing Director of Jaffer Bhai's Delhi Darbar, and Riyaaz Amlani, CEO of Impressario Hospitality.

In the gourmet segment, Kalyan Karmakar, renowned food blogger, and Sonal Holland, India’s only Master of Wine, received accolades. The awards also recognized celebrity chefs such as Harpal Singh Sokhi, Saransh Goila, Dipti Jadhav of Avaratna, Pooja Dhingra, and Ranveer Brar. These awards were followed by a discussion on the future of cuisine in 2025, featuring insights from experts like Sanjeev Kapoor, Ranveer Brar and Vinod Nair. 

The entertainment continued with electrifying performances by artists such as Bismil, Ankit Tiwari, Shadab Faridi and Danish Khan. The night culminated in a set by DJ Bosco, whose energy kept the dance floor alive and created unforgettable memories for all. 

India Gourmet Luxe 2024 has once again raised the bar for the wedding and gourmet industries, bringing together incredible talent, innovative culinary experiences, and invaluable industry insights. This event has truly become a highlight on the calendar, paving the way for exciting future innovations and collaborations that everyone can look forward to.