Kikkoman to Host 3rd Annual Culinary Experts Meetup and All-India Chinese Cooking Contest in Kolkata

Kolkata, India – Kikkoman India is set to host its 3rd Annual Kikkoman Culinary Experts Meetup on March 12, 2025, at the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) Taratala, Kolkata. The prestigious event will bring together top culinary professionals, restaurateurs, and industry experts from across India to discuss evolving trends, innovative cooking techniques, and the role of naturally brewed soy sauce in professional kitchens.

The meetup is part of Kikkoman’s broader efforts to support the hospitality and food service industry (HORECA) in India by promoting the ‘Kikkoman Honjozo Authentic Soy Sauce Experience’—an initiative designed to educate chefs about traditional soy sauce brewing techniques and its versatility in different cuisines.

Culinary Experts Meetup: A Hub for Knowledge Exchange: The Kikkoman Culinary Experts Meetup has evolved into a major industry event, fostering discussion on market trends, innovations, and the growing demand for authentic Asian flavors in India. The 2025 edition will feature panel discussions, live cooking demonstrations, and networking sessions, offering attendees an opportunity to learn from leading chefs and industry pioneers.

According to Kikkoman India’s spokesperson, the event will serve as a platform for collaboration and innovation: “We believe that knowledge-sharing is essential for the growth of the culinary industry. Through this meetup, we aim to support chefs, restaurateurs, and culinary students in India by introducing them to the best practices in Asian cuisine, particularly in the use of naturally brewed Kikkoman Soy Sauce.” 

All-India Kikkoman Chinese Cooking Contest on March 11, 2025: Adding to the excitement, Kikkoman India will also host the All-India Kikkoman Chinese Cooking Contest on March 11, 2025, at IHM Kolkata. The competition, focused on Chinese cuisine, will see professional chefs from across India prepare a three-course meal using Kikkoman Soy Sauce. Teams will be judged on:

• Authenticity of flavors
• Creativity in dish preparation
• Technical skill and presentation

The contest aims to elevate Chinese cuisine in India and highlight how naturally brewed soy sauce can enhance the complexity of flavors in a professional kitchen.

Kikkoman’s ‘Meet-Use-Experience’ Initiative: The Largest Soy Sauce Sampling in India: As part of its commitment to educating chefs and culinary students, Kikkoman has launched the ‘Meet-Use-Experience’ initiative, under the ‘Kikkoman Honjozo Authentic Soy Sauce Experience’, which began in October 2021. This initiative is the largest soy sauce sampling program in India, aiming to introduce chefs and students to authentic soy sauce usage in professional kitchens.

Through this program, Kikkoman is:

• Distributing 10,000 bottles of Kikkoman Soy Sauce to restaurants in the HORECA market
• Providing 5,000 bottles to culinary institutes and catering colleges in seven major Indian cities:
  • Mumbai
  • Delhi NCR
  • Bangalore
  • Kolkata
  • Chennai
  • Hyderabad
  • Pune

By reaching working chefs and culinary students, the initiative aims to increase awareness of Kikkoman Soy Sauce’s potential in enhancing Indian, Chinese, and fusion cuisine.

Kikkoman’s Growing Presence in India: Kikkoman, a Japan-based producer of naturally brewed soy sauce, has been expanding its footprint in India, aiming to support the growth of authentic Asian cuisine. The company has been actively working with chefs, restaurants, and hospitality professionals to demonstrate how traditionally brewed soy sauce can be integrated into Indian culinary practices.

Event Details and Registration

Both the Kikkoman Culinary Experts Meetup and the All-India Chinese Cooking Contest will take place at:

Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) Taratala, Kolkata
March 11-12, 2025

Participation in the Culinary Experts Meetup is by invitation only, and prior registration is mandatory.

For registration and further details, interested professionals can contact:
+91-7045-666-888
cs@kikkomanindia.com

 

With these initiatives, Kikkoman India continues to reinforce its commitment to the Indian food industry, offering learning opportunities and platforms for professional growth while promoting authentic Asian flavors in Indian kitchens.