Pune, December 02, 2025: The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) Pune Chapter successfully concluded its flagship event, “Building Better Kitchens,” held on Tuesday, 18th November 2025 at Social, Fergusson College Road. Powered by Pune Gas in association with Alister Equipment, the event brought together over 160 chefs, restaurateurs, service providers and F&B industry leaders for an engaging and future-focused discussion on elevating commercial kitchen design and operations. The event also showcased tech-forward solutions by a select few tech brands, enabling better operations, management and ensuring better performance of restaurants.
The evening featured an insightful and interactive session with Celebrity Chef Vicky Ratnani, who captivated the audience with his unique blend of practical experience, culinary creativity, and forward-thinking perspectives. Joining him was ace kitchen consultant Mr. Sadanand Acharya, whose deep expertise in kitchen planning and operational efficiency enriched the conversation.
Together, the speakers highlighted the evolving needs of India’s rapidly expanding foodservice industry and addressed key themes such as modern kitchen design, workflow optimisation, energy efficiency, safety innovations, and sustainability practices. Attendees gained valuable takeaways on how to build kitchens that are not only efficient and compliant but also adaptable to future trends and technological advancements.
Speaking at the event, Chef Vicky Ratnani” The Pune Chapter is truly exceptional — the passion and dedication shown by both the members and non‑members is inspiring. I was genuinely amazed by the overwhelming response to the ‘Building Better Kitchens of the Future’ session. The audience was deeply engaged, and the energy in the room was incredible. Everything was impeccably organised — from the seating and technical arrangements to the hospitality. A special thank‑you to Social for the fantastic treats and one of the best coffees I’ve had.”
“This event was an opportunity for our members to learn directly from industry veterans about future-ready kitchen practices that improve efficiency, safety, and long-term sustainability. The insights shared today will truly help Pune’s F&B businesses scale with confidence.” stated Saili Jahagirdar, Chapter Head, NRAI Pune Chapter
The event reaffirmed the NRAI Pune Chapter’s commitment to fostering industry knowledge-sharing and supporting restaurateurs in building robust, sustainable, and future-ready operations.
