The Creative Services Support Group (CSSG) brings 8 Michelin Star Chefs' at the Leela Palace

The Creative Services Support Group (CSSG) brings 8 Michelin Star Chefs' at the Leela Palace

Event Page : Creative Service Support Group (CSSG) presents CSSG 2013 Summit - Food & Art Edition at The Leela Palace, Chanakyapuri, Diplomatic Enclave > 7pm on 1st October 2013

CSSG, a registered charity establishment, showcased the most unique journey with 8 world class Michelin starred and celebrity chefs across 2 cities combining food and art together aimed at transforming the lives of numerous underprivileged individuals. As part of the initiative CSSG organized many exclusive soirees at The Leela Palace New Delhi that entailed of interesting set of events ranging from talks by Nandita Das and Ian Curley along with the Master Classes by the chefs at Le Cirque. The highlight of the event was a special floating buffet of 20 splendid courses of canapés, tied to helium balloons that was suspended at eye level for the guests to indulge in. The events were attended by prominent Delhiites including Shivan & Naresh, Hemant Sagar, Namrata Joshipura, Suhel Seth, AD Singh, Peter & Cecila D'Ascolli. Ritu Kumar, Thukral & Tagra and more.
Brainchild of Anand Kapoor, CSSG facilitates the instilling of knowledge and training by means of talks, interactive sessions and on-the-job training by industry experts from all over the world. The establishment focuses on providing opportunities for professional as well as personal growth in creative sectors such as art, theatre, music, dance and gastronomy associating with the capital’s F&B destination, The Leela Palace New Delhi for the second year in a row.
The participating chefs include, Michelin Starred - Frances Atkins, The Yorke Arms, Patley Bridge, North Yorkshire, Alyn Williams,  Alyn Williams at The Westbury, London, Michael Wignall, The Latymer, Surrey, Roger Pizey, Marco's, Stamford Bridge, London, Laurie Gear, The Artichoke, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, Marcello Tully, Kinloch Lodge, Isle of Skye, Scotland. Among the Hatted are Ian Curley, The European, Melbourne and Mark Best, Marque, Sydney. The Artists Le Cellule,  Emmanuelle and Stephanie, the Glyndebourne, Ana Marie Labin and Damien Whiteley and the European wine expert, Peter Csizmadia-Honigh dazzled the initiative further.  
Kunal Chauhan, resident manager, The Leela Palace New Delhi said,  "We are delighted to support CSSG in their vision to promote opportunities for underprivileged young adults in the field of art & gastronomy for the consecutive year. It was exciting to see the F&B talent at The Leela Palace New Delhi work hand in hand with the world’s most celebrated chefs making series of the evening events and the master classes a huge success. As a part of our ethos, we have always believed in responsible luxury and hence look forward to associate with such endeavours in future as well”. 
Anand Kapoor, president,  CSSG, said, “This year we have incorporated many new experiences and turned art and food on its head by exploring the relationship between the two. We have really pushed the envelope by bringing together such amazing talent from all over the world in such a great number who have all come out in support of the charity (NGO). The key though is for us to ensure that these initiatives allow us to help the individuals we are trying to help. Post last year we placed several individuals and they have flourished under the care and guidance of their mentors. At this moment I would like to thank all the associates including The Leela Palace New Delhi who helped us manage the initiative seamlessly”.
The culinary team at the hotel is spear head by the executive chef, Christophe Gillino who made the event possible with meticulous planning and exceptional skills. The hotel has set an unprecedented benchmark in the luxury hospitality in the the country. Awarded of many international and national publications including Roob Report, USA & India, TripAdvisor, Singapore Tatler, DestinAsian, Conde Nast Traveller U.K. & U.S.A, Travel + Leisure U.S. & South Asia & India, Times Food Guide, HT City Cystal Awards, Food & Night Life, CNBC AWAAZ and more.
About The Leela Palace New Delhi
The Leela Palace New Delhi perfectly exemplifies the magnificent architecture, grace and elegance of Lutyens’ Delhi. Located at the heart of the prestigious Diplomatic Enclave area, the hotel is in proximity to the Presidential Palace, the Prime Minister's office, a number of embassies, the central business district and a host of historical monuments. At the hotel, you can experience the luxury of 260 wide-spaced guestrooms and suites each spanning over 550 square feet and a Presidential Suite sprawling over 4,800 square feet. A royal Indian dining experience is offered at Jamavar modern global dining at The Qube an exclusive Japanese culinary experience at MEGU a gastronomically entertaining evening at Le Cirque and a sophisticated retreat at The Library for wines and liqueurs. For pure, blissful indulgence an exclusive spa by ESPA is presented for the first time in the capital. The Leela Palace New Delhi combines state-of-the-art functionality with traditional warmth to ensure guests the highest levels of Indian hospitality at a global standard.

About CSSG : The Creative Services Support Group (CSSG) is a registered charity established to aid underprivileged young adults through skills, training and mentorship within the creative sectors. The Charity’s main focus lies in India’s burgeoning creative sectors such as art, theatre, music, dance, gastronomy etc.  Their prime emphasis is to highlight importance of the creative arts in reflecting and influencing positive societal change. The organization facilitates the instilling of knowledge and training by means of talks, interactive sessions and on-the-job training by industry experts from all over the world.  The panelists include internationally renowned individuals in different creative sectors. By exploring one key sector a year we have been able grow our efforts cumulatively, widening the net for a number of individuals who we are able to help.