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Zee Zest announces the second edition of the Unlimit Awards in 2024

Mumbai: Zee Zest, India’s leading lifestyle platform is all set to return with the second edition of the highly anticipated Zee Zest Unlimit Awards 2024. The awards will recognize and felicitate those who inspire innovation, progress, and challenge the status quo; exemplifying the boundless possibilities in the world of food, travel and lifestyle.

In an era where there is a strong craving for originality, genuineness, and groundbreaking ideas, the Unlimit Award celebrates those trailblazers who are reshaping the definition of innovation in the F&B, travel and hospitality industries. The awards presents an exhilarating array of categories, including Cuisine, Beverages & Nightlife, Travel and individuals . The winners will be decided by a combination of jury selection and viewer’s choice via voting process.

The previous edition included trailblazing establishments like Izumi,Goa, The Craftery Subko, Mumbai, Avartana at ITC Royal Bengal, and Sidecar,Delhi among others winning the Unlimit awards. These awards stand as a level playing field, welcoming any establishment that has made significant strides in the realms of food, travel, and lifestyle to nominate themselves. It’s an inspiring opportunity for establishments of all scales to shine in the spotlight, gain well-deserved recognition, and set new benchmarks.

An esteemed panel renowned for their significant contributions to the industry will meticulously assess and scrutinize entries across every category, while consumers cast their votes for their preferred choices to determine the victors. The jury – a mix of culinary and beverage experts, authors and filmmakers, influencers, photographers, and music artists will evaluate the entries based on their understanding and expertise in the industry.

The illustrious jury panel includes renowned names of the industry like chef Ranveer Brar, food expert and chef Vinesh Johny, chef and restaurateur Anahita Dhondy, celebrity chef and TV presenter Shipra Khanna, actor and TV presenter Maria Goretti, chef and food historians Rakesh Raghunathan, Chef Ajay Chopra, content creators Ashwin Rajagopalan and Indrajit Lahiri, entrepreneur Aneesh Bhasin, musician Anish Sood, photographer Ajay Sood, influencer Nivedith Gajapathy, travel and food writers Anurag Mallick and Priya Ganapathy, Indian filmmaker Hansal Mehta, advisor for craft spirit Priyanka Blah, head programming at Zee Zest Srikant Malladi.

The process of inviting nomination begins from 15 October – 29 November 2023. A total of 18 categories are open, encompassing top luxury hotels to resorts, cafes to QSRs, and fine-dining restaurants to the best nightclubs. Below is the list of categories –

Speaking of the event, Zee Zest chief channel officer Amit Nair said, “The Zee Zest Unlimit Awards aim to celebrate individuals who epitomize the ‘Unlimit’ perspective and establish fresh standards within the realms of food, travel, and lifestyle. These accolades pay tribute to those who spark innovation, drive advancement, and push the boundaries of conventional norms. For establishments, registering for the Zee Zest Unlimit Awards is not merely participation; it is an invaluable opportunity to etch their mark in the annals of excellence..”

The second edition of Zee Zest Unlimit Awards is a golden opportunity for industry members to celebrate and honor those who have set new benchmarks in their respective fields.

October 26, 2023
IHW’s fourth Bharat Nutrition week with MasterChef Shipra Khanna as ambassador

Mumbai: Nutrition is the cornerstone of a healthy and strong society and a non-negotiable component of health that needs to be ensured at all costs. To create awareness of the key role that a nutritious diet plays in ensuring overall well-being, the IHW Council has been celebrating a unique week-long initiative Bharat Nutrition Week, instituted in line with prime minister – Shri Narendra Modi’s flagship overarching scheme of holistic nourishment Poshan Abhiyaan (National Nutrition Mission, NNM)and Bharat Poshan Month,in September every year.

The fourth edition of Bharat Nutrition Week – India’s biggest good food and nutrition awareness national movement, along with its Mission Ambassador–MasterChef Shipra Khanna will amplify the vision of a nutritious and healthy India. The first week of September will witness a flurry of engaging and interactive activities centred around the theme of healthy and nutritious food.

Speaking on the occasion Master Chef Shipra Khanna said, “Good food and healthy eating is a cause that I firmly believe in, initiatives like this can play a pro-active role in making people realize the imperative role that nutrition plays for a healthy body and mind and motivate them to switch towards a healthier lifestyle.”

While The Good Food Show and Healthy Khayega India will engage with social media influencers, top nutritionists and chefs, to promote healthy food practices and recipes among the urban and rural population of the country. Bharat Poshan Premier Quiz, another interesting and much sought-after activity under the aegis of the Bharat Nutrition Weekend supported by Artist For Her, will involve school kids, pan India for the largest virtual nutrition quiz that is sure to raise the adrenaline rush while also imparting relevant knowledge on good food, nutrition, hygiene and inculcating healthy eating practices.

Amidst an escalating burden of non-communicable diseases in the country coupled with a rise in the double form of malnutrition, advocating for good food is the need of the hour. According to the National Family Health Survey 2019-21, around 23 per cent of Indians are obese and thus suffer from a multitude of health disorders because of the condition. Bharat Nutrition Week is a campaign that aims to address these problems through holistic nutrition education and to create mass awareness about the significance of a healthy diet and lifestyle.

Discussing the importance of nutrition, IHW Council CEO Kamal Narayan said, “A balanced and nourishing diet forms the foundation of a sound mind, body and soul while ensuring favourable cognitive and physical development. Social health campaigns like the Bharat Nutrition Week, create lasting influence, fostering awareness and meaningful shift towards nutrition by cultivating healthy dietary habits amongst all, echoing the government’s ambitious and timely Rashtriya Poshan Maah’s objective of good food and nutrition for all.”

August 29, 2023
Levi’s celebrates women changemakers with #IShapeMyWorld Season 3

MUMBAI: This International Women’s Day, Levi’s® celebrates the power of women and their determination to inspire change, with the third edition of its successful #IShapeMyWorld campaign.

The stories featured in the last two seasons have touched hearts and have helped the campaign take the shape of a movement that unites diverse women- by inspiring them with powerful stories of unstoppable women who have shaped their world on their own terms.

Award winning actress Parvathy T K has been viciously trolled and threatened on various online platforms for questioning misogyny in her craft, cinema- and it’s impact on the audience. Her story is one of resilience in her fight towards challenging the status quo, in the effort to make a better world for women around her.

In her journey from a homemaker to a celebrity Chef, Shipra Khanna has redefined her world by transforming a passion into a very successful career.

Against the background of a difficult and unhappy domestic life, she turned her life around by making cooking her passion and focus. Her story of taking control of her destiny is one of hope and grit which will inspire numerous others.

A contemporary Bollywood Actor, Swara Bhaskar believes in speaking her mind. Very few are as frank as her about the reality of the Hindi film industry. She has been active and vocal about existing stereotypes in the Hindi cinema right from gender discrimination; to pre-defined characteristics of a typical actress; to the portrayal of women in the society. Her belief in rising above fear and speaking out is what shapes her story.

Entrepreneur and Founder of YourStory, Shradha Sharma who was born in Bihar at a time when a girl child was termed a liability. She proved instead, to be a woman of steel. Shradha channelized the loss she felt at the passing away of her closest friend and confidante, her mother, to create a platform for women to share their stories of struggle and success- in 12 different languages. The process healed her and enabled her to create a world of opportunities and hope.

Known for her unconventional film choices, Bollywood Actor, Radhika Apte does not believe in following norms laid down by others. She does not want to simply fit in; she will not follow a certain practice unless it resonates with her. She did not let controversies pull her down or define her being. Radhika continues to believe in herself and accepts whatever makes sense to her. She shapes her very own, bold world.

Levi’s® India, Director Marketing, Meeta Bharvani says, “The #IShapeMyWorld campaign is driven by the insight that in a world that still tries to restrain women from achieving their potential by fueling insecurities about themselves; whether it is about her ‘body’ or her ‘being’; there are an increasing number of stories of women who took their chances and beat the odds. Our objective is to drive compelling stories crafting a narrative that celebrates ‘her’ choices that ultimately shape her world, in the spirit of authenticity, originality, and purposefulness that is inherent to the Levi’s® brand.”

This year Levi’s® is going a step further by taking this campaign on the ground with a Live session. The Live session will see two of these inspiring women in an intimate conversation with a curated set of audience adding on to these power-packed stories.

March 8, 2018
Make your snack time a lip-smacking affair with Chef Shipra Khanna

MUMBAI: Crack the code to snacking this February as premium lifestyle channel Living Foodz is set to launch ‘Snack in the Box’ with Chef Shipra Khanna. Starting February 26, the show marks Chef Shipra’s debut on the channel and will unravel snack recipes with a twist!

Whether you’re entertaining friends at home, running out of snack ideas for your kids, refueling in between a long work day, binge-watching your favourite show or simply crave a bite with your evening chai, ‘Snack in the Box’ presents a variety of ideas for quick, easy snacking. The 27 episode series will feature Indian, fusion, Japanese, Brazilian, Mediterranean snack recipes such as Brazilian fried pastry, Wasabi Almond Prawns, Oreo Popcorn, Malpua Waffles, Soya Samosa, Khumani ke Badaam ki Kachori, etc.

Chef Shipra is a renowned restaurateur, consultant and author. Commenting on the show, she says “Snacking is something we all look forward to on a daily basis. ‘Snack in the Box’ is a show full of carefully curated recipes from around the globe, that are presented with a twist! It has something for every viewer- whether it is snacks for a party, your children’s lunch box or something that you’d like to munch on at work. The show will inspire viewers to try their hand at recipes which are extremely easy to make at home.”

Snack in the Box busts the myth that Indian snacks are loaded with calories. Chef Shipra demonstrates a variety of fresh, healthy snack options, which are a great alternative to packaged snacks.

Living Foodz, Business Head, Mr. Amit Nair says, “‘Snack in the Box’ will resonate with our audiences who lead a hectic lifestyle and seek ideas for innovative snacks that are wholesome, easy-to-prepare and can be consumed on-the-go. We are delighted to bring Chef Shipra and look forward to the launch. Her personality and creativity translates on screen and makes her a great host for the show.”

Tune in to Living Foodz every Monday to Wednesday at 5:00 pm, starting February 26. Repeat telecasts air every Tuesday to Thursday at 2.30 PM and 7 PM.

February 22, 2018
FoodFood launches ‘K for Kids’

MUMBAI: A majority of kids don’t know French fries come from potatoes! Or that ketchup is made from tomatoes. Many children even don’t have a basic understanding of where food comes from. But if they are inspired to step in to the kitchen and cook a meal from start to finish, they will discover that some of their favorite foods come from fruits, vegetables and other “real” products.

K for Kids– A brand new show especially created for kids’ launches on FOODFOOD, India’s No 1 food lifestyle channel, every Sunday, at 1.00 pm. An innovative cooking show, jointly with Kissan, is based on health and nutrition, created for the kids, by the kids and of the kids, in the age group of 7 to 10 years. The show will help children develop cooking skills, while demonstrating how to make easy, irresistible, delicious recipes. The show, anchored by Chef Shipra Khanna, the winner of MasterChef 2 India, will have a bunch of enthusiastic kids, each week, featuring different original recipes that children will learn to make themselves.

“This specially created kiddies’ show has taken a more mischievous and scientific approach to things. What sort of food makes you fat? What turns you green? What is the nutritious value of leafy monsters? This is the sort of stuff that children thrive on, opening up their enquiring little minds. Hopefully, these kids, by the end of each episode, will know how to cook; and realize just how much fun cooking can actually be,” said SK Barua of FOODFOOD.”

Against the backdrop of a bright vivid cafe kitchen sets, Chef Shipra and her entourage, will cook up very, very simple food for those eternal fussy eaters. Imagine enjoying a yummy Ragi roll with a delicious fruit spread! In between cooking there’s going to be a lot of rhyming, singing and bizarre fun and masti.

While cooking for adults and with adults seems a passe on TV, cooking along with kids and for kids, their favorite food, seemed to be a lot more uplifting and encouraging. Sure there will be some precocious flourishes here and there, but that’s a part & parcel of a kid’s world!

Chef Shipra in her pristine and proper appearance is absolutely comfortable being surrounded by children. With her little battalion, voicing their likes and dislikes, she teaches them that simple art of making their favorite dishes. The focus on nutrition and healthy eating is laudable for sure, and there’s a lot for mothers too!

K for Kids is sure to help budding little chefs realize just how much fun cooking can actually be. The show is bound to inspire your children to get in the kitchen.

Food television is growing in leaps and bounds. If you ever wondered what sort of TV shows would help children understand the importance of simple, healthy cooking…then K for Kids it is . The show is bound to inspire your children to get in the kitchen and while you watch your little ones perfect their skills, it’s hilarious out there!

Caution: No chopping, cutting & fire play!

May 2, 2014
FOODFOOD to air ‘Pure Sin’ starting Friday

MUMBAI: What do you think will happen when one of the most glamorous chefs in India decides to share some sinful pleasures with you? It leads to Pure Sin, a show to be anchored by restaurateur, chef, author Shipra Khanna on FOODFOOD, India’s No 1 food lifestyle channel. The channel, with the new show, Pure Sin, moves into the food terrain (Simply desserts) that’s never been explored on television in India. The show launches on FOODFOOD on Friday, April 18, at 7.00 pm.

An economics and psychology graduate, Shipra competed and won MasterChef 2 , India. With her specialty is Global cuisine, Indian and fusion food, she has opened her own restaurant, H.O.T. – House of Taste – in Ahmadabad.

Pure Sin takes you through a tingling journey creating delicious, mouth watering desserts, harnessing the power of your sweet tooth, while drooling through sinful pleasures. Desserts inspire you to throw out all the rules—eat with moderation, save the best for last—and simply give in to sugary bliss, no matter what the time of day!

Although science has established that our love of sweets is rooted in evolution “dessert is a purely a cultural phenomenon.” However, desserts, as they are commonly known today, became popular through a progression of culinary experimentation and the manufacture of sugar during the middle ages. That’s when people began to enjoy more sweets.

“Desserts are an important part of eating well and eating healthy. They inspire you to throw out all the rules—eat with moderation, save the best for last. My new show takes you through a tingling journey creating delicious, yummy desserts that give in to sugary bliss, no matter what the time of day! Dessert making is truly an adventure in culinary evolution and I am confident our viewers will simply love & enjoy them,” said the beautiful chef Shipra Khanna.

If you’re craving for pure culinary pleasure, pure passion, pure indulgence… then it’s Pure Sin! Find out everything you need to know about making that winning dessert, by watching this one-of-a-kind, all desserts show.

We’re warning you: these desserts are epic. You will not be able to resist them! Stay tune to FOODFOOD to enjoy the making of this tempting pleasures that will actually leave you weak and dil maange more!

April 17, 2014