Mangaluru, July 4, 2025 – The Institute of Aviation Studies, Srinivas University, successfully organized a vibrant Cooking Without Fire Competition on campus, offering students a unique platform to blend creativity with industry-relevant soft skills.
Encouraging Innovation and Hospitality Excellence
This innovative event aimed not just at promoting culinary creativity but also focused on enhancing key professional skills crucial in the aviation and hospitality industries—including teamwork, hygiene, presentation, and guest service.
A total of 16 dynamic teams participated from various aviation programs including:
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BBA Aviation Management
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BBA Aviation and Logistics Management
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MBA Aviation Management
The event was conducted under the esteemed guidance of Dr. Pavithra Kumari (Dean), Ms. Anjana T.V (Head of Department), and Ms. Pratheeksha P Shetty (Cultural Forum Coordinator), with support from the dedicated faculty team.
Culinary Art Without Fire: A Skill Showcase
Using only natural and readily available ingredients, students presented an impressive array of dishes without the use of fire. But this was more than just a cooking contest—participants were required to serve their dishes to a panel of judges, replicating real-world guest service scenarios.
Judging criteria included:
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Taste
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Visual Presentation
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Service Style
These components allowed students to demonstrate essential soft skills highly sought after in the aviation, tourism, and customer service sectors.
Winners Who Stood Out
Undergraduate Category
🥇 First Place:
II Year BBA Aviation and Logistics Management
Team: Felcita Felix Dias, Fathimath Zohara, Fathima Shaziya, Ayishath Sufaila, Mashood J, Shaziya Zainaba, Khatheejathul Misbah, Fathimath Nihala B
🥈 Second Place (Shared):
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Team 1 (II Year BBA Aviation Management): Shreesha, H N Swapna, Reshma, Prapthi K S, Yashaswini, Prathvi, Prajutha, Amrutha R
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Team 2 (II Year BBA Aviation Management): Shivani, Suraksha, Lakshitha S K, Nishitha G Shetty, Anna Preethika, B U Preksha, Kshithi K, Nikitha Lewis
Postgraduate Category
🥇 First Place:
I Year MBA Aviation Management
Team: Agal K M, Sharon John D’silva, Numair Abdul Jabbar, Anantha Krishna K K, Haaritth Ahmed
A Perfect Blend of Fun and Learning
This competition not only celebrated culinary innovation but also emphasized real-world skill development, aligning perfectly with the Institute’s commitment to industry-oriented education.
Such events at Srinivas University continue to enhance the holistic development of students, preparing them for professional excellence in aviation, hospitality, and beyond.
