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  • McCain StarChef season two to air exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar India

    McCain StarChef season two to air exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar India

    Mumbai: Prepare for the ultimate cooking showdown as McCain’s StarChef Season 2 is coming on Disney+ Hotstar! After a successful premiere on GOODTiMES, the show will now stream exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar, airing on the platform from 15 May 2024.

    Building on the success of the inaugural season, Season 2 boasted an expanded format with five thrilling episodes. Four episodes were dedicated to the diverse culinary landscapes of each region in India. This season also featured a wildcard entry.  The panel of judges for McCain StarChef Season 2 is a stellar line-up of culinary luminaries. Leading the charge in the grand finale was the renowned chef Manish Mehrotra, while the regional episodes were graced by the discerning palates of Anahita Dhondy and Aditya Bal.

    Commenting on the brand-new season, McCain Foods India director – sales and marketing (food services, QSR and exports) Samantha Dutta said, “We are thrilled to bring McCain Star Chef Season 2 to audiences across the nation. This season represents a celebration of culinary diversity, talent, and innovation. The overwhelming response is a testament to the incredible pool of culinary expertise in our country. McCain StarChef is not just a competition; it’s a journey that brings together the rich tapestry of India’s regional cuisines. We are honoured to have esteemed judges, Manish Mehrotra, Anahita Dhondy, and Aditya Bal, guiding our contestants through this gastronomic adventure. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey like never. We’re thrilled to partner with Hotstar to bring this feast to the screens of every Indian household.”

    Taking the digital world by storm across platforms, McCain has also launched an interactive Augmented Reality or AR Filter on Instagram for this launch. While consumers take part in the heat of the sharp competition by using this filter, McCain is also engaging students, or soon-to-be chefs – by placing a QR Code across hotel management institutes across India. Students will be led to the AR filter post filling a detailed form via this code, which will help scout for the next up and coming StarChef! The filter can be found here. – to be embedded as hyperlink.

    This year, McCain StarChef received an overwhelming response from across the nation, with an astonishing 7000 entries from passionate and talented chefs vying for the coveted title. The competition promised to showcase the best of Indian cuisine, reflecting the rich and diverse culinary heritage that defines our nation.

    This partnership between McCain Foods India and Disney+ Hotstar ensures that the culinary brilliance of StarChef reaches audiences across the country. The show will be available in Hindi and English on the platform. Viewers can expect to be entertained, inspired, and blown away as they watch these culinary maestros transform ordinary ingredients into extraordinary experiences.

  • McCain StarChef Season 2: Culinary battle returns in style

    McCain StarChef Season 2: Culinary battle returns in style

    Mumbai: Get ready for a culinary spectacle like never before as McCain StarChef, India’s premier culinary battleground, returns for an epic season two to be broadcast on GOODTiMES, India’s first lifestyle channel. After the phenomenal success of the debut season in 2022, StarChef is turning up the heat and bringing a gastronomic extravaganza that promises to be a true feast for the senses.

    Building on the success of the inaugural season, season two boasts an expanded format with five thrilling episodes. Four episodes are dedicated to the diverse culinary landscapes of each region in India, culminating in a spectacular grand finale that will determine the ultimate StarChef of the year. To add an extra layer of excitement, the season will also feature a wildcard entry, ensuring surprises at every turn.

    The panel of judges for McCain StarChef Season 2 is a stellar lineup of culinary luminaries. Leading the charge in the grand finale is the renowned chef Manish Mehrotra, while the regional episodes will be graced by the discerning palates of Anahita Dhondy and Aditya Bal.

    Commenting on the brand-new season McCain Foods India director – sales and marketing (food services, QSR and exports) Samantha Dutta said, “We are thrilled to bring McCain Star Chef Season 2 to audiences across the nation. This season represents a celebration of culinary diversity, talent, and innovation. The overwhelming response is a testament to the incredible pool of culinary expertise in our country. McCain StarChef is not just a competition; it’s a journey that brings together the rich tapestry of India’s regional cuisines. We are honoured to have esteemed judges, Manish Mehrotra, Anahita Dhondy, and Aditya Bal, guiding our contestants through this gastronomic adventure. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey like never before. We’re thrilled to partner with GOODTiMES to bring this feast to the screens of every Indian household.”

    This year, McCain StarChef received an overwhelming response from across the nation, with an astonishing 7000 entries from passionate and talented chefs vying for the coveted title. The competition promises to showcase the best of Indian cuisine, reflecting the rich and diverse culinary heritage that defines our nation.

    GOODTiMES CEO Arati Singh said, “Reality shows are the heartbeat of entertainment, and we are thrilled to announce our continued partnership with McCain Foods India, for Season 2 of Star Chef, on GOODTiMES. The mini-series is packed to the brim with culinary adventures, kitchen artistry, a world of flavours and innovation as professional chefs enter a sizzling face-off to win the ultimate title of McCain Star Chef. This is not just another show but also a platform for seasoned chefs to carve their names into culinary history. Adding fire and crackle to the series will be celebrity chefs serving as judges elevating the competition and ensuring that every dish is a masterpiece.”

    This partnership ensures that the culinary brilliance of StarChef reaches audiences across the country. GOODTiMES is available on Tata Sky (Channel 762), Airtel Digital (Channel 410), and Samsung TV Plus (Channel 1375). Tune in to catch the culinary showdown on GOODTiMES Saturday, 13 January 2024 onwards at 8 pm.

    Get a mouthwatering sneak peek into the sizzling culinary showdown here:

  • Epic to premier ‘Lost Recipes’ season 3 on 28 April

    Epic to premier ‘Lost Recipes’ season 3 on 28 April

    IN10 Media Network’s flagship channel, Epic has announced the launch of its legacy show, “Lost Recipes”. The third season of the show will air on 28 April 2022 at 9:00 pm on Epic and Epic on.

    The renowned chef & author, Aditya Bal will host the show which dwells on the traditional recipes that are lost in time.

    Taking forward the legacy of previous seasons, the show’s anchor will once again travel far & beyond in search of recipes like Kesari Mutton, Lahori Katlama, Supari Ka Madra and other things that have got lost somewhere.

    Keeping true to its style, the five-part series will continue to have a rustic approach and will showcase the rawness of the cooking style and ambience, while using old tools and even unknown ingredients!

    Speaking about the show Epic’s AVP – content & strategy Nisha Thakkar said, “The history and heritage explored in the show are what makes “Lost Recipes” unique. The travel-food show over the years has unearthed unique recipes as we criss-cross across the country in a bid to bring never-told-before tales of food. This, and Aditya’s charm & storytelling brings the audience back to the show season after season.”

  • EPIC Channel’s ‘Lost Recipes S2’ gets release date

    EPIC Channel’s ‘Lost Recipes S2’ gets release date

    MUMBAI: EPIC Channel – India Ka Apna Infotainment is renowned for creating premium, genre-defining, India-centric content. The channel is all set to air the second season of one such show – ‘Lost Recipes’, hosted by celebrity chef Aditya Bal, that explored India’s diversity through the history and culture of food.  The show will return to EPIC TV from July 24, 2019 and air every Wednesday at 8:30:00 PM and 10 PM with repeat telecast on Thursdays at 2:30 PM.

    In Lost Recipes, the renowned chef and author travels around the country in search of recipes and food preparations that have been forgotten over time, while exploring the history and culture of the region, and what makes those dishes special and identifiable to them. The show also uncovers fascinating stories about origins of the ingredients, bygone practices, and culinary traditions. Some recipes covered in Season 1 of the show are Pudim la Letri from Mumbai, Monsu Josyoung from Gangtok, and Kabishambardhana Barfi from Kolkata along with several others from Kutch, Hyderabad, Coorg, Srinagar, Bhopal, Puducherry, Lucknow, Goa & Delhi.

    In the second season, host Aditya Bal is back on the quest and through conversations with locals and experts, he finds paths to the past, and to recipes that have are being omitted from cookbooks, and have lost their place of pride in kitchens, both humble and royal.

    Speaking about the new season, Akul Tripathi, Head – Content and Programming, EPIC Channel said, “Lost Recipes has been one of our most popular shows and has an enviable following. Food is an integral part of any country’s heritage and the of India makes for a culinary extravaganza. The response by the audience and the requests for more forgotten stories of this vital part of India’s culture encouraged us to put together this second season. We hope through the show we are able to at least shine the spotlight and document, if not contribute to the revival of this precious intangible heritage.”

    Celebrity chef and author Aditya Bal added, “For the second season, we have also visited remote areas to discover new people, communities, and places. The lost recipes that I have encountered on this ongoing journey with the show are nothing short of wonders. I am so glad to be part of this unique experience with EPIC Channel. This is a great way to restore and showcase India’s lost culinary culture.”

    Straight from the traditional kitchens that have stood the test of time, the 10-episode season will explore delectable dishes like Dum Ke Aandey from Hampi, the once grand kingdom of Vijaynagar , Jhoda Besara from Odisha, Kodi Mamsapu Motikallu from Andhra Pradesh, Suksi Pudga and Pan Roti from Chhattisgarh, and Ukkad Amba from  Maharashtra, and dishes from North India.

    Effort has been made to cook these Lost Recipes as close as possible to the known original methods, keeping the processes, ingredients and the principles intact. ‘Lost Recipes’ Season 2 is sponsored by India Gate Basmati Rice.

    EPIC Channel has previously showcased an impressive plethora of shows celebrating the history and diversity of India’s food heritage through shows  like ‘Tyohaar Ki Thaali’ hosted by popular actress Sakshi Tanwar; ‘Raja Rasoi Aur Anya Kahaaniyaan’, a unique food-travel show, and ‘Raja Rasoi Aur Andaaz Anokha’, with celebrity chef Ranveer Brar.

  • NDTV Good Times announces the launch of “Check-Out China”

    NDTV Good Times announces the launch of “Check-Out China”

    MUMBAI: India’s youngest lifestyle channel, NDTV Good Times announces the launch of their new travel show “Check-out China”. With an aim to travel and explore the ancient civilizations, the 5 part series on the Chinese provinces of Guangdong and Hunan captures the delicacies and the destinations of China.

     

    Get a sneak-peek into the distinct side of China with chef-cum-foodie Aditya Bal along with travel junkie Neha Dixit. Watch Neha Dixit  ride up to a height of 600meters, strapped in a chair, just for a bird’s eye view of the city; while Aditya Bal chomps on the finger licking street food. The series will offer a 360-degree view of China, ranging from the mouth-watering food to the adventurous destinations, relishing the spicy food of Hunan to shopping for the most curious wedding dress in Guangzhou.
     

    Talking about the new show, Arati Singh, Channel Head, NDTV Good Times said, “  At NDTV Good Times we are constantly evolving our content and programming to bring alive the different facets of youth. Youth today wants to explore, experiment and discover spaces around them. “Check-out China” aims at providing just that with insights aboutfinger licking foods and crazy must visit destinations of the great land of i China.”

     

    The show premiers on May 10th  Every Saturday at 8:00 pm exclusively on NDTV Good Times!

  • Luminarc associates with NDTV GOOD TIMES’ ‘Bachelor’s Kitchen’ to promote use of healthy and stylish tableware

    Luminarc associates with NDTV GOOD TIMES’ ‘Bachelor’s Kitchen’ to promote use of healthy and stylish tableware

    Luminarc, the French tableware brand is the associate sponsor of the show ‘Bachelor’s Kitchen’ on NDTV Good Times starting October 18th, 2013.

     

    Anchored by celebrity host and Chef Aditya Bal, the new show aims to transform kitchens into creative workstations with explosive new ways to make everyday food a joy to cook and share. Complementing the gourmet delight on the show will be the new stylish and trendy range from Luminarc.

     

    Inspired by its French lineage, the Luminarc range exudes French style, sophistication, cuisine, creativity and aspiration. The brand offers a wide range of tableware, drinks ware and kitchen accessories and enjoys revealing the secrets of the art of entertainment around the table. Assisted by French innovation and creativity, the brand’s wide variety of offerings appeal to all ages and all desires and create a perfect meal atmosphere for every occasion. Lively and consumer friendly, the brand adds that perfect touch to the lives and homes of people it touches.

     

    Speaking on the association, Ajay Dhyani, Marketing Manager – Indian sub-continent, said, “We are excited about our association with NDTV GOOD TIMES. Luminarc is a world’s leading brand in tableware industry and we are pleased to be part of the show which will enable the viewers to understand the nuances of using healthy cum trendy tableware. It’s time that people became conscious about the importance of using healthy tableware and also understand that tableware is no longer a “behind the cabinet” product. Trendy and stylish tableware is as much a statement as any other lifestyle product is.”

     

    Luminarc offers a wide range of shapes, styles and patterns which are easy to use and store. The brand offers a wide variety of dinnerware, drink ware and other kitchen accessories and this show will provide Luminarc an opportunity to showcase its stylish & trendy range and also highlight how healthy Luminarc’s products are. Unlike other products in the market, which may be of low quality, Luminarc products are carefully designed using non-toxic (lead free) enamels and are 100% food safe. The range is perfectly tempered making it three times stronger and highly heat resistant.

     

    Speaking about the channel’s association with Luminarc for the show Arati Singh, Channel Head , NDTV Good Times said, “The channel’s new offering Bachelor’s Kitchen will see celebrity chef Aditya Bal making cooking so simple that everyone can try their hand at it and each episode helps you plan an entire meal full of quick, easy and mouthwatering dishes. The association with Luminarc was an obvious choice as the brand offers innovative and stylish kitchen accessories which perfectly compliment the gastronomical delight on the show.”

  • Luminarc associates with NDTV GOOD TIMES’ ‘Bachelor’s Kitchen’ to promote use of healthy and stylish tableware

    Luminarc associates with NDTV GOOD TIMES’ ‘Bachelor’s Kitchen’ to promote use of healthy and stylish tableware

    Luminarc, the French tableware brand is the associate sponsor of the show ‘Bachelor’s Kitchen’ on NDTV Good Times starting October 18th, 2013.

     

    Anchored by celebrity host and Chef Aditya Bal, the new show aims to transform kitchens into creative workstations with explosive new ways to make everyday food a joy to cook and share. Complementing the gourmet delight on the show will be the new stylish and trendy range from Luminarc.

     

    Inspired by its French lineage, the Luminarc range exudes French style, sophistication, cuisine, creativity and aspiration. The brand offers a wide range of tableware, drinks ware and kitchen accessories and enjoys revealing the secrets of the art of entertainment around the table. Assisted by French innovation and creativity, the brand’s wide variety of offerings appeal to all ages and all desires and create a perfect meal atmosphere for every occasion. Lively and consumer friendly, the brand adds that perfect touch to the lives and homes of people it touches.

     

    Speaking on the association, Ajay Dhyani, Marketing Manager – Indian sub-continent, said, “We are excited about our association with NDTV GOOD TIMES. Luminarc is a world’s leading brand in tableware industry and we are pleased to be part of the show which will enable the viewers to understand the nuances of using healthy cum trendy tableware. It’s time that people became conscious about the importance of using healthy tableware and also understand that tableware is no longer a “behind the cabinet” product. Trendy and stylish tableware is as much a statement as any other lifestyle product is.”

     

    Luminarc offers a wide range of shapes, styles and patterns which are easy to use and store. The brand offers a wide variety of dinnerware, drink ware and other kitchen accessories and this show will provide Luminarc an opportunity to showcase its stylish & trendy range and also highlight how healthy Luminarc’s products are. Unlike other products in the market, which may be of low quality, Luminarc products are carefully designed using non-toxic (lead free) enamels and are 100% food safe. The range is perfectly tempered making it three times stronger and highly heat resistant.

     

    Speaking about the channel’s association with Luminarc for the show Arati Singh, Channel Head , NDTV Good Times said, “The channel’s new offering Bachelor’s Kitchen will see celebrity chef Aditya Bal making cooking so simple that everyone can try their hand at it and each episode helps you plan an entire meal full of quick, easy and mouthwatering dishes. The association with Luminarc was an obvious choice as the brand offers innovative and stylish kitchen accessories which perfectly compliment the gastronomical delight on the show.”