Author: Asmita Mukherjee | Hyderabad
Having spent nearly two decades across luxury hotels, airline catering and destination hospitality, Chef Shiiv Parvesh believes a chef’s journey should be “like a flowing river” – constantly evolving through travel, cultures and experiences. From starting his career at The Oberoi, New Delhi, to handling large-scale culinary operations across India and overseas, Parvesh today leads the kitchens as the Director of Culinary at Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre and Hyderabad International Convention Centre, where he oversees one of Asia’s largest convention hospitality setups. In an exclusive interaction with Asmita Mukherjee, Chef Parvesh speaks about Hyderabad’s evolving food culture, post-pandemic dining trends,…
For anyone familiar with India’s love for Indo Chinese food, the story often begins in Kolkata. The city’s historic Territi Bazar, Chinatown and its Chinese-descendant communities played a defining role in shaping the flavours that generations of Indians have grown up enjoying. It is from these roots that Chowman, founded by Debaditya Chaudhury, emerged and went on to become one of the country’s most loved destinations for Kolkata-style Chinese cuisine. With its newest outlet in Hyderabad’s Champapet, the brand brings another slice of that legacy to the city. The restaurant makes a pleasant first impression. Warm lighting, comfortable seating and…
India’s hospitality sector is expanding rapidly on the back of strong demand and rising investments. But industry leaders believe the real test now lies in building skilled talent that can sustain service quality at scale. Asmita Mukherjee writes… Demand Surge India’s hospitality industry is entering what many believe could be its most defining growth cycle yet. With more than 70,000 new hotel keys projected to enter the market by 2030, the conversation is no longer centred only on expansion. The sharper debate now is whether the sector can sustain service quality, pricing power, and profitability while scaling at this unprecedented…
At ibis Hyderabad HITEC City, The Groove Hub arrives as a refreshing addition to Hyderabad’s casual dining scene, bringing together relaxed alfresco vibes, comforting food and warm hospitality. Designed as an open-air dining space that reflects ibis’ youthful and social energy, the restaurant creates the kind of atmosphere where guests can slow down, unwind and simply enjoy the evening. The first thing that stands out at The Groove Hub is the warmth of the experience. We have noticed that, Manoj Kumar Pulle, Assistant Manager Restaurant and Bar is constantly present on the floor, engaging with diners with genuine attentiveness, while…
India’s hospitality sector is entering a more durable growth phase, supported by strong demand fundamentals, rising institutional participation, and a clear shift toward premiumisation and disciplined expansion. According to Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO – India, South-East Asia, Middle East & Africa at CBRE, the current momentum reflects a structural re-rating rather than a cyclical rebound. In an exclusive interaction with Asmita Mukherjee, Anshuman Magazine outlines the key indicators underpinning this upcycle. India’s hospitality sector is moving from recovery to structural growth. What are the strongest indicators that this is a sustained upcycle rather than a cyclical rebound? The sector…
In the middle of this scorching summer, finding a place that feels light, easy, and refreshing isn’t always simple. And while cafés seem to be popping up everywhere, all trying to stand out, a few places don’t really need to try that hard, just because it gets the basics right. Nestled at Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Kondapur, Le Café is a European sidewalk-themed deli that serves baked delights and desserts. It has built a steady following over time, not just out of nostalgia, but because of the clean and fussfree food. Le Café has recently introduced a new menu that…
Over the past few years, Ranthambore has quietly evolved into a hub for experiential travel, it’s no longer just about safaris. Today, the destination is attracting not only wildlife enthusiasts, but also luxury travellers, wedding planners, and corporate groups seeking something beyond the conventional. Soumik Roy has recently taken over as General Manager of Juna Mahal Ranthambore, bringing a renewed focus to the property’s positioning and guest experience. In a conversation with Asmita Mukherjee, Roy shares his immediate priorities, his perspective on Ranthambore’s evolving market, and how Juna Mahal aims to stand out in an increasingly competitive landscape. What are…
India’s rapidly expanding service sector is transforming the way businesses define value, placing experiences, empathy, and human connection at the forefront. In this evolving landscape, hospitality is no longer confined to hotels and restaurants but is emerging as a core capability across industries. In an exclusive conversation with Asmita Mukherjee, Kanav Mata, Director & Regional Head (India, South Asia & Middle East) EHL Hospitality Business School, shares deep insights into how talent needs are being reshaped in an experience-driven economy. With India’s service sector expanding rapidly, how is it reshaping talent needs in hospitality and beyond? India right now feels…
In a world where luxury hospitality often feels predictable and impersonal, Priya Living started in 2013 in Fremont and Santa Clara as a senior-focused living concept, is taking a different route, one rooted in human connection. What began in the US as a deeply personal idea to create a meaningful living space for ageing parents has evolved into a fast-growing hospitality brand with global ambitions. Asmita Mukherjee spoke with California-based hospitality entrepreneur and hotelier Arun Paul, Founder and CEO of Priya Living to understand the concept’s idea and how they are challenging conventional hotel experiences, building multi-generational communities, and redefining what…
Asmita Mukherjee | Hyderabad The Indian hospitality sector is broadening beyond established metros; Eastern India is beginning to draw sharper investor and developer attention, driven by rising domestic travel and a widening demand-supply gap. Emerging leisure and eco-tourism destinations are seeing increased traction, even as the region remains relatively underpenetrated compared to other parts of the country. Soumya Sengupta, Founder of Wormwood Hotels, is building a regionally focused brand to capture early-mover advantage in these evolving markets. Launched in 2025, the company is positioning itself to tap into what it sees as a structural growth opportunity in the East. “Eastern…
