{"id":48305,"date":"2026-03-24T11:13:01","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T05:43:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailynewsindia.co.in\/index.php\/2026\/03\/24\/zee-zest-unlimit-awards-2026-celebrates-redefining-excellence-across-food-lifestyle\/"},"modified":"2026-03-24T11:13:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T05:43:01","slug":"zee-zest-unlimit-awards-2026-celebrates-redefining-excellence-across-food-lifestyle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailynewsindia.co.in\/index.php\/2026\/03\/24\/zee-zest-unlimit-awards-2026-celebrates-redefining-excellence-across-food-lifestyle\/","title":{"rendered":"Zee Zest Unlimit Awards 2026 celebrates \u2018Redefining Excellence\u2019 across Food & Lifestyle"},"content":{"rendered":"
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An unforgettable evening in Mumbai honours the visionaries transforming India\u2019s culinary and lifestyle landscape
<\/em>The fourth edition of the Zee Zest Unlimit Awards 2026 concluded on a spectacular note, bringing together some of the country\u2019s most influential voices from the food and lifestyle ecosystem. Held at Taj Santacruz, Mumbai, the evening celebrated innovation, creativity and excellence across a range of dynamic categories, further reinforcing the platform\u2019s position as one of India\u2019s most credible industry recognitions.<\/p>\n

Centred around this year\u2019s theme, \u2018Redefining Excellence,\u2019 the awards recognised avant-garde restaurants, bars, caf\u00e9s, spirit brands, hospitality concepts, experiential dining formats and content creators who are redefining the contours of India\u2019s cultural and culinary landscape.<\/p>\n

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The evening witnessed a distinguished gathering of industry stalwarts, creative leaders and cultural icons. Leading names from the entertainment world, Shalini Pandey, Madhurima Tuli, Karan Tacker, Avneet Kaur, Harleen Sethi and Armaan Jain graced the red carpet, adding glamour and excitement to the celebrations. The ceremony also honoured the finest talents from the culinary world, presenting awards across categories and applauding winners for their craft, consistency, and spirit of innovation.<\/p>\n

The Zee Zest Unlimit Awards 2026 drew strength from an exceptional jury, a powerhouse lineup featuring veteran food critic Rashmi Uday Singh, restaurateur AD Singh, chefs Doma Wang, Rahul Akerkar, Ajay Chopra, and Karishma Sakhrani, food historian Sadaf Hussain, food writers Priya Ganapathy and Rukshana Kapadia, and mixologist Nitin Tewari, among others. With their diverse expertise and uncompromising standards, the panel ensured each winner was chosen with a thoughtful balance of quality, originality, and cultural context.<\/p>\n

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Talking about the event, Kartik Mahadev, Chief Marketing Officer \u2013 ZEEL & Zee5, said, \u201cAt ZEE, we believe excellence deserves a platform as expansive as its impact. With Zee Zest Unlimit Awards \u2013 Redefining Excellence, we are leveraging our omni-channel network across TV, OTT, web & social to spotlight culinary trailblazers and honour these visionaries whose passion, innovation and dedication are evolving the gastronomic culture of India.\u201d<\/p>\n

Alenkar Pathare \u2013 Business Head, Zee Zest & Youth, said, \u201cIndia\u2019s food and lifestyle landscape is experiencing a dynamic shift, led by a new wave of entrepreneurs, creators and hospitality leaders who are redefining the contours of consumer experience. The Zee Zest Unlimit Awards celebrates this spirit of innovation and enterprise, recognising individuals and brands that are shaping fresh narratives and encouraging the industry to push the boundaries of creativity and possibility.\u201d<\/p>\n

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A standout highlight of the evening was a high-energy performance by the celebrated Indian rock band Agnee, which infused the celebration with vibrant energy and had the audience on their feet. This was complimented by a relentless laughter riot presented by popular standup comedian Prashasti Singh. \u00a0<\/p>\n

Building on the momentum of its previous editions, the Zee Zest Unlimit Awards 2026 once again reaffirmed Zee Zest\u2019s commitment to spotlighting excellence and innovation that continue to shape India\u2019s evolving food, travel and lifestyle narrative.<\/p>\n

Co presented by L\u2019Or\u00e9al Paris, co powered by SR Queens, with special partner Rajesh Masala, fragrance partner Wild Stone, energy drink partner Hell Energy Drink and associate sponsor Dhananjay Foods, the evening stood as a vibrant celebration of creativity, enterprise and cultural influence.<\/p>\n

Tune in to catch the Zee Zest Unlimit Awards 2026 telecast on 29 March on Zee Zest SD and HD, and streaming on Zee5.<\/p>\n

The distinguished winners of the Zee Zest Unlimit Awards 2026 are:<\/p>\n

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Sr. No.<\/strong><\/td>\nCategory<\/strong><\/td>\nWinner<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cuisine<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1<\/td>\nBEST JAPANESE RESTAURANT<\/strong><\/td>\nNaru Noodle Bar, Bengaluru<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2<\/td>\nBEST LUXURY DINING RESTAURANT<\/strong><\/td>\nThe Table, Mumbai<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3<\/td>\nBEST REGIONAL INDIAN RESTAURANT<\/strong><\/td>\nAmar Khamar, Kolkata<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4<\/td>\nBEST VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT<\/strong><\/td>\nAvatara, Mumbai<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5<\/td>\nBEST CAF\u00c9<\/strong><\/td>\nCafe Lento, Goa<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6<\/td>\nBEST NEW RESTAURANT<\/strong><\/td>\nSoBo 20, Mumbai<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
7<\/td>\nBEST EUROPEAN RESTAURANT<\/strong><\/td>\nLa Panthera, Mumbai<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8<\/td>\nBEST IN DESSERT<\/strong><\/td>\nLick, Bengaluru<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9<\/td>\nBEST SOUTH INDIAN RESTAURANT<\/strong><\/td>\nDakshin at ITC Grand Central, Mumbai<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10<\/td>\nBEST DESIGNED RESTAURANT<\/strong><\/td>\nThe Sarvato, Jaipur<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11<\/td>\nBEST ASIAN RESTAURANT<\/strong><\/td>\nWabi Sabi at The Oberoi, Bengaluru<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
12<\/td>\nBEST THAI RESTAURANT<\/strong><\/td>\nKhao Man Gai by Seefah, Mumbai<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Beverages<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
13<\/td>\nBEST COCKTAIL BAR<\/strong><\/td>\nBar Spirit Forward, Bengaluru<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
14<\/td>\nBEST INDIAN WHISKY<\/strong><\/td>\nAmrut Expedition<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
15<\/td>\nBEST INDIAN CRAFT GIN<\/strong><\/td>\nCherrapunji<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
16<\/td>\nBEST DESIGNED COCKTAIL BAR<\/strong><\/td>\nBoilermaker, Goa<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
17<\/td>\nBEST INDIGENOUS SPIRIT<\/strong><\/td>\nSix Brothers Mahura<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
18<\/td>\nBEST INDIAN RUM\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nPipa Rum<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Individuals<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
19<\/td>\nCHEF OF THE YEAR (Male)<\/strong><\/td>\nGresham Fernandes, Bandra Born, Mumbai<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
20<\/td>\nCHEF OF THE YEAR (Female)<\/strong><\/td>\nKoyel Roy Nandy \u2013 Rannaghor by Sienna Calcutta<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
21<\/td>\nPASTRY CHEF OF THE YEAR<\/strong><\/td>\nVinesh Johny \u2013 Lavonne, India<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
22<\/td>\nRISING CHEF OF THE YEAR<\/strong><\/td>\nJuhi Punwani \u2013 Amar Khamar, Kolkata<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
23<\/td>\nRESTAURATEUR OF THE YEAR<\/strong><\/td>\nGauri Devidayal<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
24<\/td>\nMIXOLOGIST OF THE YEAR<\/strong><\/td>\nJeet Rana \u2013 Barbet & Pals, New Delhi<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
25<\/td>\nUNLIMIT ICON<\/strong><\/td>\nChef Manish Mehrotra<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
26<\/td>\nUNLIMIT ICONIC MUSIC BAND AWARD<\/strong><\/td>\nAGNEE<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
27<\/td>\nBEST CLOUD KITCHEN<\/strong><\/td>\nThe Junglee Kitchen by Armaan Jain<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
28<\/td>\nICONIC RESTAURANT<\/strong><\/td>\nCrystal Restaurant, Mumbai<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
29<\/td>\nBEST NEW AGE BEVERAGE BRAND<\/strong><\/td>\nHELL ENERGY DRINK<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
30<\/td>\nUNLIMIT OTT BREAKTHROUGH STAR AWARD<\/strong><\/td>\nHarleen Sethi<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
31<\/td>\nUNLIMIT DYNAMIC PERFORMER AWARD<\/strong><\/td>\nMadhurima Tuli<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
32<\/td>\nBEST FIRE-LED CULINARY CONCEPT<\/strong><\/td>\nHOM, Mumbai<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
33<\/td>\nUNLIMIT IMPACTFUL SCREEN PRESENCE AWARD<\/strong><\/td>\nKaran Tacker<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
34<\/td>\nUNLIMIT PROMISING ACTRESS OF THE YEAR<\/strong><\/td>\nAvneet Kaur<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
35<\/td>\nUNLIMIT EMERGING TALENT AWARD<\/strong><\/td>\nShalini Pandey<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

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An unforgettable evening in Mumbai honours the visionaries transforming India\u2019s culinary and lifestyle landscapeThe fourth edition of the Zee Zest Unlimit Awards 2026 concluded on a spectacular note, bringing together some of the country\u2019s most influential voices from the food and lifestyle ecosystem. Held at Taj Santacruz, Mumbai, the evening celebrated innovation, creativity and excellence…<\/p>\n

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