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Kamaxi College of Culinary Arts Hosts Gourmet Lunch for Educational Leaders

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral

Panaji, November 2025: The Kamaxi College of Culinary Arts recently hosted an exclusive gourmet lunch for principals and educators from various educational institutions across Goa. The event, held at the college campus in Verna, was designed to strengthen ties with the academic community while providing students with a platform to showcase their culinary skills and hospitality.

Students from the Hot Kitchen and Bakery departments prepared and served an exquisite meal under the mentorship of Chefs Pratiksha, Paul, and Sameer. The lunch featured innovative dishes and desserts, reflecting both technical mastery and creative presentation. The event drew representation from a wide range of higher secondary schools, including People’s Higher Secondary School, Santa Cruz Higher Secondary School of Arts and Commerce, Vidya Vikas Mandal’s Ramakrishna Madeva Salgaocar Higher Secondary School, St. Thomas Higher Secondary School, Fr. Basilio Andrade Memorial Higher Secondary School, Shivgram Educational Society Shiroda Higher Secondary School of Arts, Commerce, Science and Vocational, M.E.F’s Higher Secondary School of Science, and St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School.

Educators attending the event praised both the quality of the cuisine and the students’ hospitality. Fr Agnelo Fernandes, Vice Principal of St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, commented, “The meal and desserts prepared and served were truly exquisite. Having interacted with the students and chefs of Kamaxi College of Culinary Arts, I was impressed by the warmth, attention to detail and high standards maintained at the institute.” Trevor Vaz Barreto, Principal of Santa Cruz Higher Secondary School of Arts and Commerce, added, “It was a pleasure to be part of such a special event. The engaging conversations, delicious cuisine and camaraderie created an atmosphere of genuine connection and inspiration. I look forward to more collaborations between our institutions.”

The Kamaxi College of Culinary Arts plans to host a series of similar initiatives in the future, aiming to build strong relationships with other educational institutions while giving students real-world exposure to hospitality and culinary excellence. The event not only highlighted the skills of the students but also reinforced the college’s commitment to fostering learning, collaboration, and professional growth.

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Dr. Paulo Gomes of Fundação Oriente Inspires Portuguese Students at St. Britto High School, Mapusa

Tanisha Cardozo

Mapusa, Goa | August 2025 — St. Britto High School had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Paulo Gomes, the esteemed Director of Fundação Oriente, for a lively and interactive session with students of Classes 8, 9, and 10 enrolled in the Portuguese language program.

In an engaging exchange, Dr. Gomes discussed the cultural significance of learning Portuguese and the opportunities that language and the arts can provide for young students. He encouraged the students to take part in “Vem Cantar”, the annual singing competition that highlights youth talent and celebrates Lusophone heritage.

But that wasn’t all. Dr. Gomes also extended a warm invitation to students and teachers to be part of the World Tourism Day celebrations organized by Fundação Oriente in collaboration with the VM Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE) — an internationally acclaimed institution known for its excellence in hospitality and tourism education.

Set to be a vibrant day filled with cultural exchange, hands-on activities, and inspiring sessions, the event is a fantastic opportunity for students to connect with professionals, explore hospitality careers, and engage with global cultures — all in an immersive and fun environment.

The visit was not just a lesson in language but a call to broaden horizons, embrace global citizenship, and participate in shaping a multicultural future.

St. Britto High School thanks Dr. Paulo Gomes and Fundação Oriente for this enriching experience and looks forward to continued collaboration in building bridges through language, education, and shared cultural heritage.

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IHCL ANNOUNCES COUNTRY’S LARGEST HOSPITALITY SKILLING CENTRE AT AGUADA PLATEAU IN GOA~ MARKS 50 YEARS OF TAJ FORT AGUADA RESORT & SPA, GOA

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Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, announced country’s largest skilling centre in Goa based at the Aguada plateau. This announcement coincided with the 50th anniversary celebrations of Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa, Goa in the presence of Shri Rohan Khaunte, Minister for Tourism, Goa.
Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and CEO, IHCL said, “The skilling centre located on the Aguada plateau will address the critical need for a skilled workforce to support the travel and tourism sector. This capability-building initiative will leverage the untapped talent and bridge the employability gap in the sector.”
Shri Rohan Khaunte, Minister for Tourism, Government of Goa said, “Goans have a natural flair for hospitality, and as tourism continues to evolve, skilling, reskilling and upskilling are the need of the hour. Goa, as the country’s premier leisure & MICE destination, has always been at the heart of tourism. IHCL’s initiative will create new employment opportunities for our youth, supporting Goa’s vision for sustained growth in the tourism sector. By fostering essential skilling programs, this effort embraces our principles of regenerative tourism, ensuring sustainable development while empowering local communities, and enabling them to build successful careers right here in Goa.”
Under its industry leading ESG+ framework of Paathya, IHCL with 38 skilling centres, continues to invest in talent pools to support deserving youth and their families, enhancing employment opportunities and contributing to the growth of the hospitality sector.

About The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL)
The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and its subsidiaries bring together a group of brands and businesses that offer a fusion of warm Indian hospitality and world-class service. These include Taj – the iconic brand for the most discerning travellers and ranked as World’s Strongest Hotel Brand 2024 and India’s Strongest Brand 2024 as per Brand Finance; SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels; Tree of Life, private escapes in tranquil settings; Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels; Gateway, full-service hotels designed to be your gateway to exceptional destinations and Ginger, which is revolutionising the lean luxe segment.
Incorporated by the founder of the Tata Group, Jamsetji Tata, the Company opened its first hotel – The Taj Mahal Palace, in Bombay in 1903. IHCL has a portfolio of 350 hotels including 118 under development globally across 4 continents, 13 countries and in over 150+ locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is India’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is listed on the BSE and NSE.