Friday, 5 September 2014

Food Aficionados or Culinary Artists?



Just think of Khaana Khazana, Masterchef India, Hell’s Kitchen, Masterchef Australia. Which image dawns your mind? The answer will be FOOD…FOOD…YUMMY FOOD.  Ah! those delectable recipes, mouth-watering cakes, tangy snacks and flavored drinks – leading to a world called -HAPPINESS.
As a diner, how much awe the word ‘food’ creates in your mind. Imagine the way, the art and the perfection by which a Chef prepares (actually designs) food recipes. Isn’t it amazing?
The hard work, the culinary skills and the way of presentation are the key factors that turn a Chef into a Master Chef. 

Hotel Management is not just entertaining guests and looking after their comfort. In fact, this profession goes beyond these old attitudes. The field nowadays is more creative, innovative and has in store, much appreciation and rewards for the people who wish to carve out new experiments and implement new ideas while being in this profession.


The hotel management role involves co-ordination among different responsibilities that consists of:
·  Organization of multi-level events (parties, weddings, and official gatherings),

·         communication and managing key affairs in office, sales & marketing, lodging arrangement,

·         procurement

·         tourism hospitality and many other roles such as front desk handling, housekeeping, managing the restaurant area, catering and bartending
In other way, we can say that Hotel Management is a passionate, zealous and creative profession.

Hotel Management Courses at Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobingarh, Punjab (India)  
The Hotel Management courses in the university have been designed to hone the student’s talent in a creative manner and make them learn how to confront difficult situations boldly through discussions, studies and teamwork. Students get the opportunity to opt for the food course which suits their interest. For instance: Diploma in Bakery & Confectionery, Food Production and Diploma in Hotel Management and Catering Technology along with Post graduation in Airlines Tourism & Hospitality Management.

 Since 2003, Desh Bhagat University’s School of Hotel Management, “Vidya Niketan of Excellence” has been providing unparallel training and skill development to its graduates by designing programs that blend well with the industry requirements to build leaders with the right attitude. 

Students have an august infrastructure at their disposal to take part in group discussions, case studies, diverse workshops, stalls at events and participation in regional and national exhibitions.    

The Difference we make?

#1    Rich and Innovative programs blending the demands of industry with academic   excellence and in house training restaurant for students.
#2  Our team of excellent faculty with guest faculty from renowned hotels will make you employable within restaurant, lodging, recreational management,  tourism and travel, institutional management, and convention planning industries, with a chance to also work within hotels, airlines, amusement parks, cruise ships, etc.
#3  “We build leaders with the right attitude” through our course curriculum that involves extensive group discussions, case studies, diverse workshops, stalls at events and participation in regional and national exhibitions
#4  Excellent Infrastructure with access to countless books, National and International Magazines & journals, Foreign language periodicals, CD’s and cassettes on cooking and baking
#5  Carefully designed learning skills, knowledge and attitude  through group discussions, case studies, diverse workshops, stalls at events and participation in regional and national exhibitions     



Cooking & the Indian Side:


India is a country of diverse religions, culture and languages.  Natives from different states in India have also created a ‘typical food culture’ that differentiates them from others and also creates a recognizable space for them.

Indians excelling in the cooking business

Indian citizens have excelled in the field of Hotel Management and stamped their identity not only in their own country but also in other parts of the world. Their work clearly determines their passion and sincerity towards a profession that wasn’t a popular choice for the majority a decade before. These people have shown that ‘food making is an art; not just a daily regime.’ Here are some inspiring names that have given many foodies a sense a joy.

Sanjeev Kapoor:     
                            
Sanjeev Kapoor started his career as an executive chef at the Mumbai’s Centaur Hotel. In 2001, he received an award by the Indian Tele Academy (ITA) for his best cooking show. Sanjeev Kapoor’s culinary work has also fetched him the Mercury Golden Award (Switzerland). Presently Sanjeev Kapoor is a member of the food panel in the Singapore Airlines. In addition to this, Sanjeev Kapoor has opened many Indian Restaurants in India and abroad.
Books written by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor:
1.      Khazana of Healthy Tasty Recipes
2.      Sanjeev Kapoor's No-oil Cooking
3.      Low Calorie Vegetarian Cookbook
4.      Sanjeev Kapoor's Party Cooking

Tarla Dalal :

Tarla Dalal is a special name that resides in the hearts of the majority of the Indian women. Tarla Dalal is also the recipient of Padma Shri award for her immense contribution in the cooking arena.
Book (First): The pleasures of Vegetarian Cooking – an instant hit with Indian house-managers. The book made a record sale of 125, 000 copies.
Web presence: Indian cookery website on her name.

Vikas Khanna:

Being grandma’s favorite lad, Vikas Khannna learnt the cooking art and taste of spices from her. After doing bachelors in Hotel Administration from the Welcome Group School, Vikas Khanna worked for many reputed groups of hotels like Oberoi, Leela, Taj etc. Later, he joined Salaam Bombay (New York restaurant) as an executive chef. Presently, Vikas Khanna is involved as a consultant for many US hotels and restaurants and owns Gourmetgurus – packed food items’ business.

Books written by Chef Vikas Khanna:

      1.     Hymns from the Soil: A Vegetarian Saga
2.      Young Chefs
3.      My Great India Cookbook
4.      Bliss of Spices

A Latin proverb says that wherever a pot boils, it builds friendship ~ Fervet olla, vivit amicitia. The sublime meaning of this sentence is that a person who presents a sumptuous dinner has many pals. So, preparing food is just not an ordinary business for a Chef; it is the art of building happiness and long lasting friendships.