The Sardar Who Dared to Dream!

What happens when the President of Lemon Tree Hotels decides to reimagine Indian hospitality?

On the latest episode of Talk with Kunal Vasudeva, Vikramjit Singh, now the founder of Alivaa Hotels, shares how his journey from leading one of India’s largest hotel chains to building a brand from the ground up has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Vikramjit talks about:

👉 Transitioning from Lemon Tree to Alivaa Hotels
👉 Redefining midscale hospitality for the Indian traveler
👉 His dreams, challenges, and the quirks of entrepreneurship

This is a story of grit, innovation, and daring to dream beyond the ordinary.

As part of Sommet Education, the Indian School of Hospitality (ISH) stands as India's premier institute for hospitality management and culinary arts, in partnership with Ecole Ducasse and Les Roches. Located in Gurugram, the international campus offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in both fields, delivering a global education guided by esteemed academicians and industry experts.

Check out this podcast in video format on the ISH Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@indianschoolofhospitality

Mixing Tradition with Innovation: Angad Soni’s Story!

What happens when heritage meets innovation in the beverage world?

In this episode of Talk with Kunal Vasudeva, Angad Soni, founder of Sepoy & Co, takes us behind the scenes of India’s rapidly evolving beverage culture. From reimagining mixers to crafting a niche in the global market, this conversation is packed with insights, ideas, and inspiration.

Here’s what to expect:
✅ The art of balancing global trends with Indian roots
✅ Lessons in entrepreneurship and brand building
✅ How Sepoy & Co became a name to watch

As part of Sommet Education, the Indian School of Hospitality (ISH) stands as India's premier institute for hospitality management and culinary arts, in partnership with Ecole Ducasse and Les Roches. Located in Gurugram, the international campus offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in both fields, delivering a global education guided by esteemed academicians and industry experts.

Check out this podcast in video format on the ISH Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@indianschoolofhospitality

In this episode of Talk with Kunal Vasudeva with Matt Chitharanjan, the founder of Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters, to discuss what it takes to build a café brand that resonates with India’s evolving market.

From understanding the unique dynamics of India’s café culture to mastering unit economics and scaling sustainably, Matt shares insights that will redefine how you view the business of coffee.

We have also touched upon how Blue Tokai is elevating customer experiences through SUCHALI’S Bakery & Patisserie, combining artisanal bread, pastries, and café culture to create something truly distinctive.

As part of Sommet Education, the Indian School of Hospitality (ISH) stands as India's premier institute for hospitality management and culinary arts, in partnership with Ecole Ducasse and Les Roches. Located in Gurugram, the international campus offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in both fields, delivering a global education guided by esteemed academicians and industry experts.

Check out this podcast in video format on the ISH Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@indianschoolofhospitality