New Delhi, India – The NDTV Food Awards 2024, a celebration of culinary excellence, recently concluded with much fanfare, showcasing the finest talents and innovations in India’s dynamic food industry. Hosted by renowned food author Kunal Vijayakar, the event celebrated exceptional achievements in various categories, recognizing the outstanding contributions made by chefs, restaurateurs, and culinary establishments. India’s diverse and rich F&B scene was celebrated at the NDTV Food Awards, showcasing the country’s rich culture across fine dining, cafes, bakeries, and breweries.
The evening commenced with two insightful panel discussions, exploring topics such as the vision of a circular food system and the celebration of India’s culinary traditions. Moderated by NDTV anchors Gargi Rawat and Ambika Anand, these discussions featured esteemed panelists who shared their expertise and insights on sustainable practices and cultural significance in food.
The winners of the NDTV Food Awards 2024 were selected by a distinguished jury panel comprising top chefs, restaurateurs, food writers, and influencers from across the country. Led by Chairman Kunal Vijayakar, renowned food writer, author, actor, and TV presenter, the jury ensured a fair, transparent, and credible selection process.
Some of the notable winners of the NDTV Food Awards 2024 include:
Best Fine Dining Restaurant: Indian Accent, New Delhi
Best Cafe and Casual Dining Restaurant: Olly, Gurugram
Best Cocktail Bar and Lounge: Whisky Samba, Gurugram
Best Bakery and Patisserie: The Big Chill Cakery, Khan Market, Delhi
Best New Restaurant: Inja, The Manor, Delhi
Best Beer Brewery: Windmills Craftworks, Bengaluru
Best Earth-Friendly Restaurant: Farmlore, Bengaluru
Chef of the Year: Hussain Shahzad
Rising Star Chef of the Year: Shubham Thakur
Best Mixologist of the Year: Varun Sharma
Best Restaurateur of the Year: Zorawar Kalra
Excellence In Beverage Industry: Yangdup Lama
Living Legend: Nakul Anand
NDTV Food Awards Hall of Fame: Chef Imtiaz Qureshi
Best Nutrition and Wellness Award: Herbalife India Private Limited
The NDTV Food Awards 2024 showcased the best of Indian cuisine, highlighting innovation, creativity, and dedication within the food industry. The event will be broadcast on NDTV 24×7, NDTV MPCG, and NDTV Rajasthan on 9th March 2024, allowing viewers to witness the celebration of culinary excellence.
For more information and updates, visit NDTV Food Awards Website
