Hyderabad’s Culinary Elite Converge for an Evening of Italian Innovation

Hyderabad: The city of Hyderabad played host to an extraordinary culinary showcase as three titans of Italian kitchen engineering UNOX, IRINOX, and BERKEL joined forces to host an exclusive “Chefs’ Table” experience. The event served as a high-profile platform for some of Hyderabad’s most celebrated culinary professionals to explore the intersection of traditional artistry and cutting-edge kitchen technology.

A Confluence of Culinary Mastery:
The evening brought together an esteemed roster of talent, highlighting the vibrant culinary scene in Hyderabad. Notable chefs in attendance included:

• Chef Satyanarayana Pandari
• Chef Ananda Shankar Chatterjee
• Chef Sameer Ali
• Chef Naresh Vegunta
• Chef Amanna Raju
• Chef Suresh DC

They were joined by industry experts Chef Nikhil Rastogi (Corporate Chef Team Leader, UNOX India and South East Asia) and Gianluca Ortu (Corporate Chef Coordinator, IRINOX), creating a collaborative environment dedicated to professional growth and innovation.

Innovation in Action:
The Chefs’ Table was more than a dinner; it was an immersive demonstration of how modern equipment can elevate the kitchen workflow. Utilizing UNOX Combi Ovens, the chefs performed a series of live culinary demonstrations, showcasing a versatile range of techniques including:

• Roasting and Grilling
• Steaming
• Hot and Cold Smoking
• Baking

These demonstrations illustrated how advanced technology allows chefs to maintain high standards of consistency, precision, and operational efficiency without sacrificing their creative vision.

A Shared Commitment to Excellence:
Representatives from the three Italian brands emphasized that the collaboration was driven by a shared philosophy of quality and craftsmanship:

“The Chefs’ Table event has become one of our most meaningful platforms for engaging with the culinary community… celebrating culinary talent while fostering conversations, learning, and inspiration.”  Vikram Goel, Regional Director, UNOX India and South East Asia.

Mohamed Kayed (Export Manager, IRINOX) highlighted the role of preservation and blast-chilling technologies in maintaining food quality, while Roberta Arcioli (Key Account Manager, Berkel International) noted that the partnership reflects a mutual pursuit of excellence in every detail of the dining experience.

The event, supported by the hospitality expertise of Vibrant-India’s Leelavathi Gupte, concluded as a testament to the evolving nature of the professional kitchen. As the industry moves forward, these partnerships continue to provide chefs with the tools necessary to meet the demands of modern gastronomy while pushing the boundaries of what is possible on the plate.