Today, the concept of progressive health and wellbeing is increasingly influencing the redefinition of food culture – Chef Mayank Kulshreshtha, Executive Chef, ITC Maratha

Today, the concept of progressive health and wellbeing is increasingly influencing the redefinition of food culture. Hence, thefocus on wellness cuisines will be a running theme this year for most F&B outlets. This will result in the revival and re-introduction of long-forgotten Indian super foods.At ITC Maratha, we already create ‘Signature Mornings’ for with healthy breakfast options from cereals and grains like jowar, bajra, oats, etc. Another trend is the use of Indian ingredients in international cuisines. Trends generally are driven by consumer needs and are consistent with current lifestyle habits. Hence, knowing one’s customers and studying their changing preferences is important for chefs to help them predict trends. Once they have identified trendsetting dishes, the same can be showcased in places gathering high footfalls, like niche corporate conferences, buffet section in the coffee shop, etc. After these dishes gain positive feedback and acceptance from majority of the guests, it can be worked upon and incorporated in the menu to aim at customer delight