School of Hotel Management hosted “Ann Utsav 2026” Chef Conclave Celebrating Culinary Excellence and Global Career Pathways

Jalandhar, April 16, 2026: Blending culinary artistry with evolving industry insights, Lovely Professional University’s (LPU) School of Hotel Management and Tourism hosted “Ann Utsav 2026”. The seasoned chefs and aspiring professionals came together to exchange ideas, experiment with flavours, and explore how the world of hospitality is rapidly expanding beyond the boundaries of the kitchen.
The conclave featured engaging masterclasses wherein Chef Sanjay Agarwal conducted a session on millet-based salads, focusing on health and sustainability, while Chef Prem Ram displayed the richness of traditional cuisine from Uttarakhand. A fruit carving workshop by Chef Javaid drew significant attention, where intricate designs such as “I Love LPU” and a detailed watermelon portrait of Dr. Ashok Kumar Mittal, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Founder Chancellor of LPU, reflected exceptional precision and artistry. Under the guidance of these expert chefs, students not only observed but actively engaged in the processes, gaining hands-on learning and refining their culinary techniques.
Students presented creatively plated dishes with striking aesthetics, demonstrating advanced chopping techniques, innovative dessert preparations, and a strong sense of presentation that blended taste with visual appeal. The Hot Kitchen, Bakery, and Cooking without Fire competition further highlighted student inventiveness and problem solving skills.
Col. Dr. Rashmi Mittal, Pro Chancellor of LPU, stated that culinary hospitality is a refined art that cannot be mastered through theory alone. Dr. Mittal said that meaningful learning emerges from rigorous practice and real world exposure, and affirmed that LPU has consciously built an ecosystem that prioritizes hands-on training through workshops, live demonstrations, and industry engagement, ensuring students graduate as confident and industry ready professionals.
At LPU, hotel management education extends beyond classrooms with a clear focus on experiential learning. Through its in house Uni-Hotel, students gain real time industry exposure, working alongside professionals and engaging in live projects and workshops. This practical approach is further supported by opportunities for revenue generation under the EduRevolution initiative, along with academic incentives and mentorship that encourage students to develop both professional competence and entrepreneurial thinking.
Admissions are now open for aspiring students looking to build rewarding careers through LPU’s industry integrated and experiential learning environment.   
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