Shimla Himachal Pradesh chef Nand Lal Sharma has been selected for the prestigious King Chef Award 2026, recognising his contribution to gastronomy and the promotion of culinary excellence. The award will be presented during the 23rd edition of Khadhya Khurak 2026, an international food processing and hospitality exhibition scheduled to be held from December 16…
Guest flags safety, hygiene and billing concerns at Aranya Vilas; hotel rejects allegations,department says violations, if found, will invite action PRENEETA SHARMA Shimla A complaint against Aranya Vilas in Shoghi has triggered scrutiny by the Tourism Department over allegations concerning guest safety, hygiene, billing transparency and accessibility.The complaint, submitted by guest Ajay Veer Rathi to…
PRENEETA SHARMA From Kangri Dham and siddu to wild nettle tea and Chamba rajma, Himachal Pradesh’s traditional food took centre stage at the Himachal Culinary and Tourism Festival organised at the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Shimla, Kufri, on World Tourism Day. Organised by the Him Aanchal Chef Association, the festival brought together chefs, students,…
15 September Waknaghat, Solan The School of Hospitality and Tourism at Bahra University, in association with the Training Department, successfully concluded a five-day Employability and Interview-Readiness Programme for final-year students of Hotel Management and Travel and Tourism Management. The programme focused on developing professional confidence, communication skills, interview preparedness and industry-oriented competencies among students preparing…
