VEGAN EXPRESS 2026
From Earth to Plate: Vegan Cuisine for a Sustainable Future
A National Level Culinary Workshop & Competition promoting sustainable, plant-based food innovations.
📅 6–7 August 2026 | 📍 SJIHMCT, Palai
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Vegan Express 2026 is a unique culinary initiative focused on plant-based cuisine, sustainability, zero-waste cooking and future food innovations.
The programme combines expert workshops, culinary demonstrations, competitions and industry interaction to create awareness and practical knowledge about sustainable food systems.
Programme Highlights
🌱 Culinary Workshop
Hands-on learning on vegan cuisine and sustainable food practices.
♻ Zero-Waste Cooking
Learn methods to reduce food waste and maximize resource utilization.
🍽 Vegan Menu Challenge
Compete with innovative plant-based culinary creations.
🎂 Bakery Competition
Create vegan bakery and confectionery products using sustainable ingredients.
Event Schedule
Day 1 – 6 August 2026
Inauguration & Workshop Sessions
Introduction to Vegan Cuisine
Fundamentals of plant-based cooking.
Zero-Waste Kitchen Practices
Sustainability-focused food production techniques.
Day 2 – 7 August 2026
Competitions & Valedictory Ceremony.
Competitions
🍛 Vegan Menu Challenge
Design and present an innovative vegan menu.
♻ Zero-Waste Challenge
Create dishes with minimal wastage and maximum sustainability.
🧁 Vegan Bakery & Confectionery
Showcase creative vegan desserts and bakery products.
Venue
St. Joseph's Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology
Palai, Kottayam, Kerala
📧 events@sjihmct.ac.in
