Taj Unveils Tradition To Table, Celebrating India’s Culinary Heritage

Taj, the iconic brand from Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), unveiled Tradition to Table, a collection of recipes curated by Taj chefs inspired by and dedicated to their first teachers in the kitchen, their mothers.

Concept
- A curated collection of recipes created by Taj chefs, inspired by their first teachers in the kitchen—their mothers.
- Reflects Taj’s role as a custodian of India’s culinary traditions while embracing innovation.

Culinary Diversity
- Recipes span across India: from Gangtok in the Northeast, Srinagar in the North, Jaisalmer in the West, to Chennai in the South.
- Showcases flavors shaped in family kitchens and passed down through generations.

Taj’s Legacy in Dining
- Pioneered India’s first 24-hour coffee shop (Shamiana) and Mumbai’s first licensed bar (Harbour Bar).
- Introduced global cuisines through restaurants like Golden Dragon and Wasabi by Morimoto.
- Continues contemporary innovation with dining concepts such as Loya in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.

The Book
- Published by Rupa Publications.
- Available across bookstores in India.
- Royalties will support IHCL’s CSR initiatives, aligning with its purpose-led approach.

IHCL Context
- Taj is part of Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company.
- IHCL operates 628 hotels globally, across 14 countries and 250+ locations.
- Taj was ranked World’s Strongest Hotel Brand 2025 and India’s Strongest Brand 2025 by Brand Finance.

This initiative beautifully ties together heritage, family, and hospitality, reinforcing Taj’s identity as both a preserver and innovator of India’s dining culture.