Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management Affiliated with University of Mumbai Life at SRIHM Masterclass Dr. Ashish Bhumkar 21st March, 2023 The Sheila Gopal Raheja Foundation and The Bombay Suburban Art and Craft Education Society presented a Masterclass titled “Madness” on 21st March, 2023. The speaker – Dr. Ashesh Bhumkar is an internationally renowned, acclaimed and accomplished ENT Doctor and Surgeon (Otorhinolaryngologist). He is the only Indian surgeon specialized in reconstructive surgery of patients with Microtia – Atresia a rare genetic condition. In this noble profession, he has healed and transformed lives of thousands of patients Worldwide. Dr. Bhumkar also took the trouble of explaining to the students what he does professionally: ear grafting of deformed ears in children and adults, using a C shaped cartilage from the rib cage and more. The concept of the Masterclass was ‘Madness’, stating that you can be madly passionate or in love with anything the way he is when it comes to his passion to help people “hear” again. The beauty of it was not only creating the ear but also stimulating it to perform the functions of a normal ear. Besides this, he is a motivational speaker, that guides students and helps them get insightful knowledge on their relationships and qualities that would help them grow as people and work on their personality traits.
Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management Affiliated with University of Mumbai Life at SRIHM Womens Day 8th March, 2023 The wonder-women of Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management (SRIHM) were in for a pleasant surprise on Wednesday 8th March 2023 as they were greeted by the ‘handsome gentlemen’ of SRIHM with a rose, invitation card and a colour piston (pichkari) with warm wishes for International Women’s Day. The celebrations started with some games and ‘chaat’ snacks and refreshments followed by some dancing by all the staff including the women. We were then treated to a beautiful video of a collection of memories of all the women in the office followed by a delicious lunch at the Hibiscus Restaurant. We were treated to the amazingly flavourful subtle spicy Tibetan Laksa followed by non-veg and veg starters of Mahogany Chicken Wings, Prawns Salt and Pepper, Crispy Corn and Spring Rolls. Followed by a main course of Fish Pla Rak Pri, Chilli Basil Chicken, Stir Fry Veg and Stir Fry Broccoli and Paneer alongwith fried rice and hakka noodles and Som Tam salad. The dessert was the delectable Lemon Grass Creme Brulee and Rubies in Coconut Milk. Each of us were then gifted with a beautiful velvet purse. The place mats had our name inscribed beautifully with splashes of colour. Overall it was a beautiful day and we the women at SRIHM felt truly blessed and special to have such wonderful men in our team!
Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management Affiliated with University of Mumbai Life at SRIHM Marathi Rajbhasha Divas Honouring the memory of notable Marathi poet Kusumagraj, the students of Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management celebrated Marathi Rajya Bhasha Divas. The event commenced with a welcome speech followed by the lighting of the lamp and the prayer song. FY students Vaidehi Kesarkar and Shardul Gade delivered speeches on Marathi Bhasha and poet Kusumagraj. The students of SRIHM then partook in the Kavita Vachaan and Poster making competition. Keeping up with the Maharashtrian tradition, the Lavni and Koli dances were also performed.
Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management Affiliated with University of Mumbai Life at SRIHM First Aid and Fire Safety Workshop March 13th, 2023 On March 13th, 2023, the Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management (SRIHM) held a highly informative First Aid and Fire Safety Workshop for the TYBSc D batch (specialisation) students. The workshop was organised by Professor Suchismita Roy Indra and conducted by Mr. Alnoor Gadiya, who did an excellent job of presenting the same. The Presentation was held in room no. 508 and the demonstration was done in the parking area of the college. The workshop, which began promptly at 8:30 and lasted until 4:30 pm, was divided into two parts i.e. First Aid Training and Fire Safety Workshop. Mr. Gadiya began by emphasising the importance and purpose of first aid, highlighting the primary and secondary surveys that must be conducted before providing aid to a casualty. He introduced the DRSABCD method, a practical approach to first aid, and demonstrated how to perform CPR and identify spinal injuries. Participants also learned how to provide first aid for burns, snake bites, and fractured bones and how to tie a tourniquet. In the second half of the workshop, participants learned about Fire Safety Training. The fire triangle and different types of fire extinguishers were discussed, followed by a live demonstration on how to use them. Participants were then given the opportunity to practice putting out a fire by themselves. Overall, the workshop was an engaging and informative experience that equipped participants with essential life-saving skills. It instilled confidence in approaching emergency situations, providing first aid, and identifying and using fire extinguishers in case of a fire. Mr. Alnoor Gadiya’s extensive knowledge and expertise were highly appreciated, and we hope to see more workshops like this in the future. In conclusion, the First Aid and Fire Safety Workshop was a highly valuable experience for all participants, and we are grateful to everyone involved in organising and conducting it. The skills learned will undoubtedly serve us well in any emergency situation.
Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management Affiliated with University of Mumbai Life at SRIHM Dlle Career Fair 17 th March , 2023 The Department and Lifelong & Extension (DLLE) Unit of Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management (SRIHM) conducted their Annual Career Fair for the students of Purushottam High School, Bandra on 17th March 2023 in the 5th floor lobby. The Career Fair adds on to the annual extension work for the DLLE members of SRIHM. The students of Purushottam High School were 9th graders and were accompanied by their teachers. They arrived at 10:00 AM on Friday morning, enthusiastic to know more about the career options that were going to be presented to them. The DLLE members of SRIHM put up an interactive and amazing fair in just two days. The DLLE Student Managers divided and sectioned the students into different professions that they would have to present. Each group was also assigned either a second-year student or third-year student to guide them as the group team-leaders (TL). The TLs along with their team members sat down together and brainstormed on ways best to present the professions that they were assigned. Fortunately, with all the creativity that followed the brainstorming session, the students were able to present their professions in quite interactive and understandable ways. The students prepared PPTs, charts, models, monologues, props and some even took the effort of presenting on the table the real things used in the professions. The careers presented to the students were as follows – Sports, Medical, Defence Forces, Fashion, Hospitality, Business, Aviation, Film, Architecture. The students of Purushottam High School were given brief explanations about the profession in regards to the educational qualification required, famous colleges to study the course from, job opportunities and a gist of the job itself. This also followed a college tour where the students were exposed to the functioning of a Hospitality Institute. Questionnaires with fun elements were conducted for the students while they were seated in the class post the tour. To end Career Fair 2023 on a happy note, refreshments were provided to the Purushottam High School students and gifts were given as a token of luck for their academic journey.
Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management Affiliated with University of Mumbai Life at SRIHM Chulha Cooking 17 th March , 2023 On Friday 17 th March ,2023 ,the students of Third Year B.A Culinary Arts curated a hearty menu that was cooked using a Chulha. Chulha cooking is often seen in rural India, in the villages where brick and wood is put together and a fire is created in its center. The utensils are then placed on the top of the chulha and slowly cooked. This feast was prepared on the ground floor of our college in the parking area. This was all done as a part of our Innovative Cuisine practical guided and led by Chef Vinayak Shettigar. Pre-preparation for the same started 2 days ago. Students were divided into teams according to the dishes and work started smoothly in the Quantity Training Kitchen. Marinades,batters, accompaniments and other mise-en-place were being done to reduce excessive workload on the day of service. Dishes that take more time to make were made a day prior. On the day of the service students gathered in the kitchen at 8am and started their work after a briefing from the Chefs. Dishes that had to be cooked using the chulha were brought downstairs. In the parking area 4 Chulhas were set up using bricks, wood, mud and husk. A few dishes made on the Chulha were Chicken Champaran ,Haleem, Bhakri, Kaul Chicken, Malai Kofta, Curry and Agri Chicken Sukka. Once cooked everything was brought upstairs for service. In the kitchen, students completed the desserts, baking of breads, kebabs and tikkas that were made using a Sigdi (a stove that is used in North India for cooking) . All the gravies were being seasoned and given the final touches simultaneously. By 12:30 the food was taken to the Hibiscus Restaurant for service to our faculty. The restaurant was set up, with printed menus, an attractive buffet and an interactive live station for desserts which included mouthwatering jalebis, chum chum and kulfi, which was also set up in the restaurant. We were also very delighted to be serving Mr Arvind Tiwari, our honourable Principal Mr. Conrad D’souza and our beloved faculty members. The service came to an end by 2pm and the day ended with a de-briefing from our Chefs and various highly positive feedback. It was a unique, one of a kind event, and an opportunity most of the students, as residents of the city, may only experience rarely.
Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management Affiliated with University of Mumbai Life at SRIHM Basics in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Importance of Business Ethics 14th March, 2023 On 14th March 2023, around 130 Second-Year and Third-Year students of BSc & BACA of the Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management (SRIHM) attended the Student Development Program 2023 by the Indian Educational Society (IES) MCRC Team. The session was conducted by Dr. Minu Mehta and Dr. Merlyn D’Souza and they spoke about ‘Entrepreneurship & Innovation’ and ‘Importance of Business Ethics’ respectively. Prof. Nixon D’mello welcomed the guest professors with a brief and detailed description of their background, helping us understand the experience, knowledge and information they hold. On 14th March 2023, around 130 Second-Year and Third-Year students of BSc & BACA of the Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management (SRIHM) attended the Student Development Program 2023 by the Indian Educational Society (IES) MCRC Team. The session was conducted by Dr. Minu Mehta and Dr. Merlyn D’Souza and they spoke about ‘Entrepreneurship & Innovation’ and ‘Importance of Business Ethics’ respectively. Prof. Nixon D’mello welcomed the guest professors with a brief and detailed description of their background, helping us understand the experience, knowledge and information they hold. The session came to an end with questions being answered and the feedback form being filled. The guest professors were thanked for their time and effort with a hamper prepared by the SRIHM Team of Chefs.
Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management Affiliated with University of Mumbai Life at SRIHM Better Kitchen 17th February, 2023 Day 1 On 17th February 2023, SRIHM hosted a day of Skill Development workshops in partnership with Everest Better Kitchen Culinary Challenge Season 4, welcoming 40 contestants from 200+ colleges across 14 different cities. The event was inaugurated with the lighting of the lamp by Principal Conrad D’souza, faculty members and the organizing committee. Master classes were conducted to engage the students and give them an in depth overview of the hospitality industry. 1. Masterclass by Mr. Sunny Sriram on Entrepreneurship in Food Business 2. Masterclass by Ms. Hirgandha Mistry on Food Styling 3. Masterclass by Mr. Ajinkya Chougule on Current trend in Bartending and Mixology 4. Masterclass by Ms. Stephanie D’costa on How to Ace the Interview process The students were provided with refreshments and the day came to a close with students carrying home a bucket full of knowledge as they geared up for the competition to come. Day 2 The Grand Finale of Better Kitchen’s Everest Culinary Challenge, Season 4 – The Hunt for India’s Culinary Stars was hosted at Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management. With the initial number of 7500+ participants 200+ colleges from over 14 cities, our finalists battled it out at SRIHM. A panel of renowned and esteemed Chefs judged the Culinary Talent of the contestants over 4 rounds. The contestants put their best foot forward as their culinary skills, knowledge and experience was put to the test which followed some exciting results as Mr. Ubaid Merchant (SRIHM) won First Place, Mr. Kaustubh Desai (IHM Mumbai), the runner up and Ms. Grytchyn Vaz (Wgsha) in third place.
Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management Affiliated with University of Mumbai Life at SRIHM ITM competition 16th February, 2023 We are pleased to inform you that the college has won the prestigious inter-collegiate Elements competition organized by ITM- IHM Oshiwara from 13th to 16th February 2023 for a record 7th time in a row. Our students have won several awards in the individual and team competitions, details of which are listed below: Culinary Chemistry: (Molecular Gastronomy competition) Gold 1) Mr. Param Vala 2) Ms. Vibha Kotak Breadbasket: (Breadmaking competition) Gold 1) Ms. Renne Mathews 2) Ms. Simin Tharayil Service sprint: (Food & Beverage Service competition) Gold 1) Mr. Lovesh Chiluveri 2) Ms. Jagruti Gorathe Fusion fiesta: (The Music Band) Gold 1) Mr. Stalin Jhonus 2) Ms. Sanika Malshe 3) Ms. Chainika Dhamankar Shuffle your feet: (Dance competition) Silver 1) Ms. Ritisha Naik 2) Ms.Sanyukta Takwale 3) Ms. Shivangi Arora 4) Ms. Mitali Pilankar 5) Ms. Aahana Chavan 6) Ms. Deepika Sharma 7) Ms. Bhavika Gaonkar 30/60: (Cocktail competition) Sliver 1) Ms. Mitali Pilankar Mystery bite: (Guess the ingredients blindfolded) Gold 1) Ms. Shivani Singh Bento Festo: (Bento cake making competition) Gold 1) Ms. Simran D’cuhna Globetrotters: (Live Advertising competition) Sliver 1) Ms. Sharmin Damani 2) Ms. Chantel Chaves 3) Ms. Aaryan Tibrewala Charmed Treasures: (Souvenir competition) Sliver 1) Ms. Vaishnavi Rahurkar 2) Ms. Tanushka Achrekar Mr. Elements & Mrs. Elements: Silver 1) Ms. Anushka Birajdar 2) Ms. Vinay Chauhan Best style icon – Male Gold 1) Mr. Rudra Chelurkar Best style icon – Female Gold 1) Ms. Rutuja Kate Best Personality: ( Male & female) Gold 1) Mr. Vinay Chauhan 2) Ms. Anushka Birajdar We extend our heartiest congratulations to the talented and skilled students who represented SRIHM at Elements 2023 and won several accolades!
Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management Affiliated with University of Mumbai Life at SRIHM T.Y.B.SC. Theme Dinner Event Mayanagari 25th February, 2023 It’s a wrap on Mayanagri, and what a spectacle it was! We’re overjoyed to announce that the TYBSc. event, Mayanagri – Safar Bombay Se Mumbai Tak, was an enormous success! The event was a stunning exploration of Mumbai’s rich cultural heritage, featuring the city’s colourful history, cuisine and traditions. The cultural performances, inviting ambience and delectable cuisine all came together to create an unforgettable evening. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the families of our students, esteemed dignitaries, and all our guests, who graced us with their presence and made the occasion so special. The students are deserving of a special mention for their relentless efforts in organizing the event and bringing their vision to life. Their hard work, creativity, and dedication were truly inspiring. We also want to express our appreciation to the faculty members who supported and guided the students throughout the entire process. Mayanagri was a celebration of Mumbai’s spirit, both past and present, and we couldn’t be more proud of our students for orchestrating such an exceptional event. https://srihm.edu.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Mayanagari.mp4