Hyatt Regency Ahmedabad is set to bring a fresh perspective to its dining experiences with the appointment of Chef Ajay Anand as Executive Chef, bringing together his international culinary experience and a distinctive approach to food across the hotel’s award-winning restaurants.

A graduate of the Indian Hotels Diploma Program at Taj Palace, Chef Ajay has built an impressive career across renowned hotel kitchens, international cruise lines and acclaimed restaurants. His professional journey includes stints at Orient Express and Café Fontana, followed by nearly 20 years with Carnival Cruise Lines, where he rose to the position of Executive Chef and helped shape onboard dining experiences across flagship culinary concepts.

He later brought his expertise to Accor Group’s Pullman and Novotel Aerocity properties, as well as Aroqa Hospitality in New York, which is listed in the Michelin Guide. Most recently, he was associated with 1932 Trevi, part of the One Window Hospitality and Iris Restaurants group.

At Hyatt Regency Ahmedabad, Chef Ajay will draw on his international experience to bring new ideas and greater depth to the hotel’s culinary offerings. His approach to food combines European elegance, Asian restraint and American creativity, with an emphasis on fresh ingredients, thoughtful techniques and carefully developed flavours.

Speaking about his new role, Ajay said, “In every dish, we seek to create surprise, memory, and meaning.” His food philosophy, grounded in freshness and technique; combines European elegance, Asian restraint, and American creativity, using ingredients like free-range meats and tree-ripened produce.

Sonale Zagade, General Manager, Hyatt Regency Ahmedabad, said, “Ajay’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for Hyatt Regency Ahmedabad. His extensive global experience, innovative approach, and passion for culinary excellence will further elevate our dining experiences and strengthen our position as a leading hospitality destination in the city”.

With Chef Ajay Anand leading its kitchen, Hyatt Regency Ahmedabad looks to build on its culinary reputation, bringing international influences, carefully sourced ingredients and a renewed focus on memorable dining experiences to the city’s evolving food scene.

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