Introduction: Food enthusiasts, rejoice! The highly anticipated Food Festival 2023 at our esteemed college was an unforgettable event that showcased the culinary talents of our talented students. With a total of nine groups participating and presenting mouth-watering dishes and drinks, it was a celebration of flavors, creativity, and camaraderie. From delectable delicacies to exciting games, the Food Festival had something to offer everyone.
Preparation and Decoration: As the sun rose, students began flocking to the college grounds at 8 am, brimming with excitement and armed with their culinary skills. Divided into groups based on their choice of dishes and courses, each group added its unique touch to the event. The stalls were adorned with colorful balloons, paper ribbons, and attractive chart papers featuring catchy lines about their dishes. The air was filled with a sense of anticipation as the students put their hearts and soul into preparing their culinary creations.
The Grand Opening: At 10:30 am, the Food Festival officially commenced, and the aroma of delightful dishes wafted through the air, beckoning visitors to explore the culinary delights on offer. Students proudly presented their culinary masterpieces, enticing the attendees to indulge in a gastronomic adventure. In exchange for coupons, visitors had the opportunity to savor a variety of dishes that showcased the diverse culinary talents of our students.
The Arrival of the Esteemed Jury: The event received an added boost of prestige with the presence of esteemed jury members. Among them were Shri Karan Bohra, Purv Rajya Mantri of Dehradun, Shri. Sagar Manwal, Representative to the Mayor of Doiwala, Dehradun, Vikram, senior BJP Leader of Uttarakhand, and Shri. Gurdeep Singh, Adyaksh of Guru Singh Sabha Gurudwara, Haridwar Road, Doiwala. The jury members arrived at 12:30 pm and immersed themselves in the culinary experience. They savored the dishes and drinks, engaging in friendly conversations and participating in exciting games.
The Moment of Truth: After a thorough discussion that highlighted the incredible talent and innovation showcased by the participants, the jury members faced the difficult task of choosing the winners. After much contemplation, they declared three prize winners and a consolation prize.
The Results: The Manchlet group, consisting of eight students from B.Ed 1st semester, received the well-deserved consolation prize for their delectable Manchurian dish. The third prize was awarded to the Momo Adda group, comprising eight students from BBA and B.Com 1st & 2nd year, for their delectable Momos. The second prize was claimed by the Bhelpuri group, who were impressed with their signature Bhelpuri dish. Finally, the first prize went to the Go Green group, composed of six students from B.Ed 1st year, for their scrumptious Daal Ke Pakode.
The Beverage Delights: While the food stole the limelight, the event's star attractions were the refreshing and diverse range of drinks. The Shikanji from the Lemonade group, aptly named "The Taste of Love," won over the taste buds of attendees, while the Mojito from the Sip Vintage group offered a refreshing twist. Alongside these favorites, visitors also enjoyed other delightful treats such as burgers,Bread Pakoda, Pani Puri, Golgappa & Games.
The highlight of the event was undoubtedly the remarkable teamwork and dedication displayed by each group. Students aligned themselves with their chosen dishes and courses, giving rise to unique group names that reflected their culinary specialties. Let's take a closer look at the participating groups and their delectable offerings:
1. Go Green (B.Ed - 1st yr)
Signature Dish: Moong Daal Pakode with Green Chutney
Group Members: Himanshu Bhandari, Rashmi Bhandari, Sarita Bisht, Gayatri Gaur, Diksha Dobhal, and Sakshi Gairola
2. BhelPuri / Golgappe (B.Ed - 1st yr)
Signature Dishes: Bhelpuri and Golgappe
Group Members: Devyani, Meena, Sonali, Jyoti Devrani, Neha, Vinita Chauhan, Akansha, and Himanshu
3. Momos Adda (B.B.A & B.Com - 1st/2nd yr)
Signature Dishes: Veg Momos and Nimbu Paani
Group Members: Priya, Akansha, Ranjha, Babli, Deepshika, Naveen, Vivek, and Aman Thapa
4. Manchlet Group (B.Ed - 1st yr)
Signature Dishes: Manchurian and Bread Roll
Group Members: Sanjay Singh, Shalini Rana, Arti Rawat, Manpreet, Stuti Thapliyal, Mansi, Manish, and Shubham Rawat
5. Lemonade, The Taste of Love (B.A - 1st yr)
Signature Drinks: Shikanji, Rose Sharbatt, Orange, and Blueberry Drinks
Group Members: Vashu, Aryan, Anjali, and Riddhi
6. Sip Vintage (BCA& B.Sc(IT) 1st & 2nd yr)
Signature Drinks: Mojito (Orange/Kiwi/Peach/Mint/Strawberry) and Ring + Glass Games
Group Members: Anurag Thapa, Prince Baloni, Devender, Abhishek, Simran, Nikhil Thakur, Hritik, Ayush, Neha, Mayank Thapa, and Mahima
7. Big Bite – Golgappa ( B.Ed - 1st yr)
· Signature Dish : : Dahi Golgappa & Pani Puri
· Group Members: Satyam , Himani, Sangeeta , Mohit , Naman, Kanika, Shivam, Ashish, Himanshu Gusain
Conclusion: The Food Festival 2023 was an incredible showcase of culinary prowess and teamwork by our talented students. The event brought together diverse flavors, creativity, and the joy of food.
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