Home Chefs and Professionals Compete for Biryani Glory as Jaipur Embraces LT Foods’ Grand Tribute to India’s Beloved Dish
Jaipur, July 9, 2025:LT Foods, a leading Indian-origin global FMCG company, brought Jaipur alive with a flavorful celebration of the 4th edition of DAAWAT® World Biryani Day, reinforcing its commitment to preserving and promoting India’s most iconic dish — Biryani. Held with grandeur and spirit, the event celebrated taste, talent, and tradition in the heart of the Pink City.
A major highlight was the DAAWAT® Biryani Champions League, a one-of-its-kind culinary competition that pitted home chefs and professional chefs from Jaipur in a live cook-off for the coveted title of “DAAWAT® Biryani Champion.” The contest saw over 750 entries combined, with finalists showcasing exceptional creativity, technique, and passion.
Home Chefs Shine on the Big Stage
In the Home Chef edition, five finalists, selected from 536 video recipe entries, prepared their signature Biryani dishes live for a panel led by Dr. Chef Saurabh Sharma and senior LT Foods representatives.
Winner: Mr. Shankar Das (Vaishali West)
Runner-up: Ms. Aayushi Choudhary (Vivek Vihar)
Winners received a trophy, chef’s coat, certificate, cash prize, and DAAWAT® gift hampers.
Professional Chefs Bring Culinary Excellence
In the Professional Chef edition, over 216 chefs from Jaipur’s renowned restaurants submitted entries, out of which five were selected for a live cook-off:
Winner: Mr. Abhishek (Gyanjee Caterers)
Runner-up: Mr. Hemant Yadav (Knight House)
Finalists displayed regional diversity and innovation, judged on taste, technique, and authenticity.
A Melodic Conclusion
Capping off the day was an enthralling live performance by Sufi sensation Satinder Sartaaj, drawing thousands of food and music lovers to the venue in a fitting end to a vibrant celebration of India’s culinary heritage.
Leadership Speaks
Mr. Ritesh Arora, CEO, India & Far East, LT Foods, stated,
“Biryani has a universal emotional connect. Through DAAWAT® World Biryani Day, we honour its timeless legacy and bring communities together.”
Mr. K. Ganapathy Subramaniam, CMO, LT Foods, added,
“Jaipur’s enthusiastic response reaffirms the love for Biryani across India. The Champions League is our way of celebrating and elevating the passion of homegrown talent.”
Now in its fourth year, DAAWAT® World Biryani Day continues to unite people across geographies through a shared love for one of the world’s most cherished dishes.
