19/08/2026
🇮🇹 Italian Cuisine Session & Workshop | 18 August 2026 🇮🇹
Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology (BCIHMCT), New Delhi, organised an insightful Italian Cuisine Session and Workshop on 18th August 2026. The session was conducted by Chef Suman Sharma, Corporate Chef, Tonino Ristorante Italiano, New Delhi, with Chef Sumit Pant and Chef Amit Thakur serving as the coordinators for the session.
Chef Suman Sharma discussed various aspects of Italian cuisine and introduced the students to traditional Italian dishes and culinary practices. He also shared valuable insights from his professional journey and provided guidance on maintaining passion, discipline, consistency, and commitment towards a successful culinary career.
The session was followed by a practical workshop where Chef Suman Sharma demonstrated the preparation of Risotto ai Funghi and Pesce alla Siciliana. He explained the appropriate type of rice used for risotto, the basic procedure and techniques involved in its preparation, and the key characteristics of a Sicilian-style sauce used with fish.
The session provided students with both theoretical knowledge and practical exposure to Italian cuisine. It offered a valuable opportunity to interact with an experienced industry professional and gain insights into professional culinary practices and techniques.
The session was successfully coordinated by Chef Sumit Pant and Chef Amit Thakur and served as an enriching learning experience for the students, contributing to the development of their culinary knowledge, practical skills, and understanding of international cuisine.