CTH and Indian Culinary Forum partner to advance culinary education and hospitality development in India

This strategic partnership will strengthen culinary education and support the growth of hospitality professional development nationwide. By combining CTH’s internationally recognised qualifications with ICF’s extensive industry network and local expertise, the collaboration will provide a strong platform for advancing skills and professional standards in India.

At the MoU signing, Jayant Chauhan, CTH Country Manager for India, said:

The collaboration between ICF India and CTH UK sets a new benchmark for culinary and hospitality education in India - bringing global credibility, industry relevance and world-class opportunities to aspiring professionals.

Chef Bharat Alagh, Vice President, Indian Culinary Forum, Vice President Culinary and Operations, Orange Tiger Hospitality Pvt Ltd added:

We are delighted to sign this MOU between CTH and ICF, a partnership that will raise the benchmarks of training in the hospitality industry and create greater opportunities for the next generation of professionals.

The collaboration will support the introduction of CTH qualifications and endorsed programmes at training centres across India, while also encouraging joint seminars, networking initiatives and professional recognition. Importantly, the MoU also paves the way for greater student engagement, co-branded events and industry internship and placement opportunities for CTH-qualified learners.

Chef Vivek Saggar, General Secretary, Indian Culinary Forum and Brand Ambassador for CTH in India, said:

Our collaboration with CTH, a distinguished British awarding organisation, marks a transformative step for India’s hospitality and tourism education. This association will empower institutes, corporates and colleges to access globally benchmarked qualifications, ensuring British recognition and credibility. More importantly, it opens seamless pathways to overseas higher education and international career opportunities, while equipping learners with specialised skills tailored to the dynamic needs of the hospitality and tourism industry worldwide.

Together, CTH and ICF are laying the foundation for culinary education in India that is globally aligned, industry-relevant and designed to inspire the next generation of hospitality leaders.

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