With 25 years of hospitality experience, Gaurav Lavania to head culinary operations at ITC Maurya, New Delhi

ITC Hotels has just announced the appointment of Chef Gaurav Lavania as the Executive Chef at ITC Maurya, New Delhi. With more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, he will now lead the hotel’s culinary operations, including its award-winning restaurants and large-scale banquet services.

Experience:
Over two decades across multiple ITC Hotels properties nationwide.

Signature Style:
Known for creating exquisite flavors from simple ingredients, presented with minimalist aesthetics while staying true to authenticity.

Philosophy:
Strong advocate of sustainable sourcing and celebrating indigenous culinary traditions, blending India’s heritage with modern techniques.

Past Contributions:
Leadership roles at ITC Narmada and culinary excellence at Yi Jing, Dakshin, The Pavilion, Fabelle, and Peshawri.

ITC Maurya’s Perspective
Amaan R Kidwai, Area Manager Luxury Hotels (North) & General Manager, ITC Maurya, emphasized that Chef Lavania’s expertise and passion for authentic flavors align perfectly with ITC’s vision of Responsible Luxury. His appointment is expected to further elevate ITC Maurya’s celebrated dining legacy.

This move is significant because ITC Maurya is home to some of India’s most iconic restaurants, and having a chef with such a strong grounding in both tradition and innovation could shape the next chapter of its culinary reputation.