Future Kitchens
Hotel Business Review|November - December 2022
Future Kitchens are addressing higher productivity with cost effective operations where introduction of new technology has revolutionised the food industry. There is an opportunity to bring a "new approach towards technology based food service systems using the latest but tried technology".
Future Kitchens

Equipment such as water wash exhaust systems, induction cooking, integrated braising counters, fabricated custom built entire kitchens with the best of finishes are a few newer trends in tomorrow's kitchens in India. Many of these practices are already in use in the developed countries worldwide after many trials.

There is much work to be done in India in the food service industry in terms of understanding, upgrading the consultancy / consultants' image and a healthy appreciation. India is very rich in culture and traditions.. Many still love to eat home-food-that-is-nota-fusion-oriented-process.

Many young Indians are in transit or are settling back in India after spending considerable time outside of it. These people may have had a great food and beverage experience abroad so there is also a new trend of bringing these experiences back into India.

The food service business in this large continent has a very mixed trend. It is only in the last two decades that a lot of good independent eating and drinking places with an international flavour have been making an impact.

The future kitchens are highly productive and cost effective. They are market oriented with new concepts. These kitchens are very modular in nature and work on much lower energy costs as well as address the needs of the fraternity.

In today's context all operations in any industry are governed by the low-cost high-productivity mantra. The need to keep development, equipment, manpower and operations costs at optimal levels is making everyone in the arena sit up and take notice.

Area or Size

Where can we start?

The most important criteria is the size of the facility, as size does matter. All spaces are governed by area; the first step is to provide the right sizes for the kitchen and support areas. This very important fact is often and purposely kept as the last consideration..

This story is from the November - December 2022 edition of Hotel Business Review.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.

This story is from the November - December 2022 edition of Hotel Business Review.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.

MORE STORIES FROM HOTEL BUSINESS REVIEWView All
Making Room for Hygiene
Hotel Business Review

Making Room for Hygiene

Adequate training, strict supervision and ensuring safe and healthy working conditions of the cleaning staff are key to maintaining room hygiene in a hotel.

time-read
6 mins  |
November - December 2023
Legacy Secured
Hotel Business Review

Legacy Secured

JK Khurana Dedicates Lifetime Achievement Award to Son Vicky Khurana and daughter-in-law Seema Khurana, as he entrusts Venus Industries to the Next Generation.

time-read
2 mins  |
November - December 2023
"It is the Journey Itself, Marked by Innovation and Development that I Relish as much as The Final Product"
Hotel Business Review

"It is the Journey Itself, Marked by Innovation and Development that I Relish as much as The Final Product"

Somesh Agarwal, Chairman and Managing Director, Rockwood Hotels and Resorts

time-read
4 mins  |
November - December 2023
Ensuring Menu Success
Hotel Business Review

Ensuring Menu Success

A new menu is considered an excellent way to get the visibility and break the monotony. No wonder, chefs are always thinking about introducing new dishes in their menu several times throughout the year.

time-read
7 mins  |
November - December 2023
Wooing Millennial Guests
Hotel Business Review

Wooing Millennial Guests

Understanding millennials goes beyond demographic data and analysis. Interestingly, it involves comprehending their values, preferences, and the desire for offbeat experiences. Latest technology, sustainability elements, and cultural immersions play a key role.

time-read
6 mins  |
November - December 2023
Ensuring Success of a Hotel
Hotel Business Review

Ensuring Success of a Hotel

The hotel industry can be rough and tumble, but not if you have the right formula for success. The world is undergoing a major shift in decision-making and buying power, and it's changing the hospitality industry. The only way to see continued success is to prepare for these inevitable changes. The varying and shifting mind set of the guests has to be gauged accurately to ensure continuous popularity, recognition and reputation of the hotel. Ashok Malkani discusses about the need for the industry to gauge the new trends among the guests and their changing preferences for the success of the property.

time-read
10 mins  |
November - December 2023
All About Resorts
Hotel Business Review

All About Resorts

Mention resorts and several people's imagination generally visualize a lavish and extravagant accommodation. But one would believe that a star hotel would provide the same.

time-read
10+ mins  |
November - December 2023
DS Group Launches InterContinental Jaipur Tonk Road
Hotel Business Review

DS Group Launches InterContinental Jaipur Tonk Road

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts and DS Group, announces the grand unveiling of InterContinental Jaipur Tonk Road following a monumental transformation.

time-read
3 mins  |
November - December 2023
Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre Opens Its Doors
Hotel Business Review

Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre Opens Its Doors

Accor has launched its 24th Novotel property in India, with the opening of Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre (NJCC).

time-read
2 mins  |
November - December 2023
IHCL Signs New Properties
Hotel Business Review

IHCL Signs New Properties

HCL The group announced the signing of its first hotel in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. The Greenfield hotel will be branded Vivanta.

time-read
2 mins  |
November - December 2023