In his message, FAIC President Narendra Somani highlights the impact of Covid-19 on the F&B industry, emphasizing the need for a sustainable business model. He praises the industry for adapting to smaller scale weddings and reducing wastage in the kitchen to cut costs. Somani urges unity and support within the hospitality sector to emerge stronger post-pandemic (p.3-4).
Secretary Kirit Budhdev discusses the challenges faced by the catering industry due to the pandemic and emphasizes the importance of unity for success. He hopes for government support to ease financial burdens on caterers and suppliers, wishing everyone health and prosperity in the upcoming year (p.5).
The magazine covers various topics such as the impact of Covid-19 on the hospitality sector, rising prices on menus, and the need for the industry to generate profits to sustain business. Contributors discuss working with limited manpower, modern catering trends for 2021, and promoting immunity-boosting foods. The publication aims to provide a platform for caterers to address industry needs and challenges, with a focus on unity and support (p.6-7).