As they say, “Good Food, Good Mood. Always with Slurrp.” Once again, a fantastic event took place on Wednesday, 18th March 2026, at Novotel Kolkata Hotels & Residences, where the third edition of Gastronomic Divas took place. Presented by EIILM in association with 91.9 Friends FM, and media partnered by Slurrp, the event served as a prestigious tribute to the women driving the F&B industry. Curated by the visionary duo Luna Chatterjee and Anusreea Paul, the ceremony was supported by esteemed partners including Jeevan Rekha Foods, La Fiesta Catering Services, and Kreamz.
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As the curators aptly mentioned, "Empowered women empower the world," and this year’s event paved the way for a more inclusive, flavourful future by expanding its reach to a pan-India level.
Gastronomic Divas 3.0 X Slurrp: Honouring The Women-Led Force In The F&B industry
Now in its third year, Gastronomic Divas has evolved from a local appreciation program into a national movement celebrating the F&B industry. The event began in 2024, and this year, the awards recognised a diverse array of talent across various categories, honouring the women-led force that keeps the culinary world spinning. Sarbani Mukherjee of Conversation Room took home the Mixologist award, while Janice Lee (Pou Chong KIM) and Teena Saha (Kasturi and Dragon Belly) were recognised for their entrepreneurial grit.
The awards also celebrated Ayushi Sharma (Novotel Kolkata), Veronica Roy (Five Mad Men), and digital pioneers like YouTuber, Vlogger and Dancer Sreenanda Shankar. Other notable winners included Sunetra Banerjee (Grapevine Getaways), Anweshaa Bhattacharjee (Éloïse - The Bistro), Arijita Banerjee (Sweet Tooth) and the veteran Sunita Sen for Mother's Pickle. The health-conscious brand Calbrew Kombucha, led by Sonali, Shilpa, Jagruti, and Smita, was also honoured.
Further accolades went to Susmita Chakravorty (Eastern Staple), Sudarshana Dutt Chakladar (Café Courtyard), Radhika Jalan (La Macario Cafe), Priyanka Singh (Dariole), and Disha Maity (La Fiesta). Each award underscored the incredible diversity of the F&B industry, from artisanal pickles to modern bistros.
Slurrp Presents The Service Award At Gastronomic Divas 3.0
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A significant highlight this year was the collaboration with Slurrp, a thriving network of 800k food enthusiasts. To honour the "behind-the-scenes" magicians of the F&B industry, the Service Award was presented to Shampa Sarkar of Hotel Sonar Bangla. Shampa, who rose from Assistant Reservation Manager to Reservation Manager in just two years, epitomises dedication. The award was presented by Slurrp community moderators and members: Sushmita Chakraborty, Angelica Cardozo Thapa, and Poulomi Chakraborty.
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As the community members, Poulomi and Sushmita shared, "As a part of Slurrp Community, I am truly honoured to be here at Gastronomic Divas today. Slurrp has been our medium to spread our culinary knowledge as well as the traditions all over the country and ahead. We found many others who love food. At home, it's mostly like cooking for your family or friends. But with Slurrp community, your recipe reaches out to so many people who love it, appreciate it and add input to make it more delicious."
Angelica reflected how hard it has been for her to step into the world of baking. She further stated, "I love baking. I've loved it forever. People judged, and my passion was questioned as well. But with Slurrp community strength, I got a voice, a platform where I can get in touch with millions of bakers and share knowledge. At Gastronomic Divas 3.0, I felt the same vibe with so many food lovers all around and honoured to present the Service Award here. Heartfelt Thanks to Slurrp for building this huge community where no foodie feels alone."
Gastronomic Divas 3.0: Excellence In F&B and Hospitality Services
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The final segment of the evening focused on the essential pillars of hospitality—the staff who ensure seamless operations within the F&B industry. These awards were presented by dignitaries, including Mr. Rajneesh (GM, Novotel Kolkata), Sudipta Karmakar (La Fiesta), and medical experts Dr. Soutik Panda and Dr. Saptarshi Basu.
Recipients included Sanskriti Uday Bhanu Chatterjee (Admin) for the Pillar of Precision Award, and Priti Singh (F&B Production), who received the Flame of Passion Award. The First Impression Star went to Lisa Mal, while Piya Mondal was recognised as the Financial Lighthouse.
Security and maintenance were not forgotten, with Rafika Khatoon winning the Shield of Strength and Piyali Dutta taking the Energy & Efficiency Award. Housekeeping’s Barnali Naskar earned the Sparkle & Shine Award, while Arpita Mondal and Ankita Dutta were celebrated for their grace and potential in F&B Service. Uma Sasmal rounded out the list with the People First Award.
How could an event for foodies conclude without good food? There were plenty of delicious food items to choose from. From snacking items, including Sandwiches, stuffed buns, Gandhoraj fish fingers, grilled chicken, to lip-smacking desserts like baked rasogolla, choco bomb, red velvet pastries, a lot of options were there.
Gastronomic Divas 3.0 successfully illuminated the multifaceted roles women play in the F&B industry. Cooking is often considered another chore you perform at home. But it’s a lifeline, and that’s what the event once again proved. By partnering with Slurrp, the event also took a step to unite the link between home cooks and industry professionals.