Dnyaan Prasad Global University School for Hospitality and Tourism (DPGU SHT) by Dr. D.Y. Patil Unitech Society Hosts Plant-Based Culinary Innovation Workshop

16th Feb | Pune, India:

The DnyaanPrasadGlobalUniversitySchoolforHospitalityandTourism (DPGUSHT) byDr. D.Y.PatilUnitechSociety successfully held an exciting PlantBased CulinaryWorkshop at their training restaurant facility. The workshop was ledby Ms. Jayalaxmi Rai, Country Liaison, Plant Based Treaty India, who provided students with practicalexperience in using the principles of sustainability to producefood in the most effectiveandinnovativeways possible. The students gained first-handknowledge about sustainable gastronomy and modern day techniques used in cooking plants.

The workshop in partnership with the Plant Based Treaty (PBT), an International organisation, focused on transforming the way the world produces to be more sustainable, healthier and climate-friendly. In this workshop students were taught with live preparation and tasting of various types of innovative plant-forward dishes like Vegan Rasmalai, Watermelon Seed Cheese Spread, Potato Cheese Spread, Butter Bean Bowl and Millet Risotto.More than 150 attendees  were able to learn about practical ingredient substitutions, how to balance plant-based proteins, how to prepare various foods without using dairy products, various sustainable sourcing practicesandcontemporary plating methods that are consistent with the modern hospitality industry.

Dr. Rohini Patil, COO of DPGUand Founder of Nutracy Lifestyle says, “A plant-based diet contributes to an improved cardiovascular system, better digestive health, stable glucose levels in the blood, and a healthy weight due to its high levels of fiber, antioxidants, and nutritional density. Today more than ever, there is a significant need for more Food Educators to educate individuals as well as professionals in the space on achieving these same high quality nutritional values from plant based food without having to pay excessive prices for proper nutrition.”

“As global institutions continue to approve and implement policies related to sustainability and change their food consumption behaviours (PBT Report India V2), DPGUSchoolforHospitalityandTourism will proactively incorporate sustainability-focused learning into its programme content. This workshop demonstrated the commitment of DPGU to supply future hoteliers (students) with hospitality training that includes environmental responsibility along with culinary skill.” said Dr. Somnath P. Patil, Pro-Chancellor, DPGU.

By offering this workshop, DPGU promotes itself as a forward-thinking institution, providing education and career development that incorporate sustainability into the daily operation and teaching practice of a professional cook or chef.

About DPGU:

DnyaanPrasadGlobalUniversitybyDr. D. Y. PatilUnitechSociety, based in Pune, Maharashtra, is a multidisciplinary University committed to excellence in education, research, andinnovation. DPGU offers globally aligned programs across diverse fields, combining academic rigour with real-world learning. Guided by the values of knowledge and purpose, the university aims to nurture globally competent, socially responsible graduates.