Velassaru Maldives Triumphs as 'Best Culinary Establishment 2024’ at Hotel Asia 2024 Exhibition & Culinary Challenge!

Velassaru Maldives has emerged as a shining star at the highly anticipated Hotel Asia 2024 Exhibition & International Culinary Challenge. This Exhibition was hosted in the Maldives Dharubaaruge Exhibition Hall and the Maldives National University (MNU) from May 12th to 15th.

The event, which brought together culinary maestros from around the world, witnessed an extraordinary display of skill, creativity, and culinary excellence. Velassaru Maldives’ culinary team, led by Chef Vincent Tan, delivered a stellar performance. The team secured multiple accolades across various categories. In total, Velassaru Maldives garnered 20 awards. This includes 11 Gold, 6 Silver, and 3 Bronze medals, highlighting the exceptional talent and dedication to culinary artistry.

The winners from Velassaru Maldives included:

Subeesh Chundaran (Demi Chef de Partie) : Best Dish in Hot Cooking Beef / Omelet (Gold), Gold in Hot Cooking Beef, Lamb, Lobster and Bronze in Hot Cooking Fish.
Juliana Azmi (Commis Chef) : Champion in Team Challange (Gold), Gold in Dessert as well as Silver in Cake Decoration.
San Jeewa Ranasingha (Commis Chef) : Champion in Team Challange (Gold) Best Dish in Hot Cooking Beef and Bronze in Maldivian Dish
Rabiul Miah (Commis Chef) : Runner Up in Creative Salad (Gold) and Silver in Hot Cooking Poultry.
Robel Miah (Commi Chef) : Runner Up in Creative Salad (Gold) as well as Silver in Hot Cooking Poultry.
Fricilia Arvianti (Commis Chef) : Silver in Dessert Display.

These remarkable achievements underscore Velassaru Maldives’ commitment to culinary excellence and innovation. This Culinary Challenge serves as a testament to the vibrancy and diversity of the culinary landscape. Velassaru Maldives’ participation in the event not only highlights its culinary prowess. It also showcases its unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled dining experiences to its guests. As Velassaru Maldives continues to push the boundaries of culinary innovation, guests can look forward to indulging in a myriad of gastronomic delights crafted with precision, passion, and creativity by the resort’s talented culinary team.

Atmosphere Core has promoted Ashwin Handa to Chief Operating Officer for South Asia, taking a key step as the hospitality brand accelerates its growth in the region. In doing so, the company continues to strengthen its leadership team. Moreover, this milestone appointment reflects a broader leadership strategy that reinforces both the company’s expansion efforts and internal culture.

Managing Director Salil Panigrahi praised the move, highlighting how it aligns with the company’s culture of recognizing and empowering deserving individuals. “It is a proud moment that reflects our culture of recognising, trusting, and empowering deserving individuals within the organisation. Ashwin is a collaborative leader who holds our teams, values, and ambitions together,” he said. Panigrahi further emphasized Ashwin’s ability to balance both the big picture and the smallest details, noting that this skill results in seamless execution, which drives operational efficiency and strong business performance.

With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry across India, the Maldives, and Nepal, Ashwin expressed his gratitude for the opportunity. “It is an honour and privilege to be recognised and step into this role at a time of expansion and evolution for Atmosphere Core. I look forward to continuing this journey with our talented teams as we strengthen our brand presence, enter new markets, and build on our commitment to exceptional, heartfelt hospitality”.

In this expanded capacity, Ashwin will lead operations across the Maldives, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bhutan. To that end, he will enhance guest experiences, improve operational performance, and ensure every interaction—whether with guests or team members—reflects the company’s signature philosophy, the “Joy of Giving.” His role will play a key part in advancing Atmosphere Core’s mission and values.

Velassaru Maldives Triumphs as ‘Best Culinary Establishment 2024’ at Hotel Asia 2024 Exhibition & Culinary Challenge!

The winners from Velassaru Maldives included:

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