Bordeaux Cookery Masterclass
International French Culinary Exchange Programme
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ABOUT Culinary Exchange Programe
Regency College Hosts Historic Bordeaux Cookery Masterclass & International French Culinary Exchange Programme
Regency College of Culinary Arts & Hotel Management, one of the leading institutions for Hospitality Education and Culinary Arts in South India, proudly hosted — for the first time in the history of Hyderabad — the prestigious Bordeaux Cookery Masterclass & International French Culinary Exchange Programme.
This landmark initiative marked a distinguished collaboration between India and France in the field of culinary education, strengthening global academic and cultural ties.
The programme was organized in collaboration with Bordeaux Métropole, Government of Telangana, and Lycée de Gascogne, France. Together, they conducted three intensive masterclasses focusing on:
French Classical Cookery
French Classical Beverages
The French Art of Dining
These sessions offered Regency students a rare and invaluable opportunity to learn directly from distinguished French Master Chefs.
DATE
04th Feb 2026 at Regency College
THEME
International French Culinary Exchange Programme
CLASS
Regency College
THEME
International French Culinary Exchange Programme
🌍✨ Programme Highlights
🍷 First-of-its-Kind in Hyderabad
Historic Bordeaux Cookery Masterclass & International French Culinary Exchange Programme hosted by Regency College.
🤝 Prestigious International Collaboration
In association with Bordeaux Métropole, Government of Telangana, and Lycée de Gascogne.
👨🍳🇫🇷 Live Masterclasses by French Master Chefs
Chef Olivier Lux & Chef Jean Jacques Berteau delivered immersive sessions on French Classical Cookery, Beverages & The Art of Dining.
🍽️ Hands-on International Exposure
Students gained practical insights into precision cooking, elegant plating, refined service styles & fine-dining etiquette.
🌎 Global Culinary Exchange
Collaborative Telangana cooking session led by Regency chefs alongside French chefs, showcasing indigenous ingredients and regional traditions.
🏛️ Cultural Immersion Experience
Curated heritage dining experience at Radiance Restaurant, showcasing Telangana’s traditional cooking evolution.
🎨 Celebration of Telangana Heritage
Ambience featuring Cheriyal paintings, Kolam art, Nizami influences, and authentic regional elements.
📜 Cultural Exchange Memorandum Signed
Formal agreement for Student Exchange & Academic Collaboration, strengthening global academic ties.
🎓 A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity
Students experienced global standards firsthand — bridging classroom learning with international culinary excellence.
INVITEES
🎖️ Esteemed Invitees & Distinguished Guests
The Bordeaux Cookery Masterclass & International French Culinary Exchange Programme was honored by the gracious presence of distinguished dignitaries, international delegates, and culinary leaders whose participation elevated the prestige of the event.
The programme was graced by the Presidium Members of the Telangana Chefs Association, whose continued support strengthens the professional culinary community in the region.
Representing France and international collaboration were:
🇫🇷 Ms. Adeline Leguillier, Director – Alliance Française of Hyderabad
🇫🇷 Mr. Hugo Cauvet, Coordinator for Decentralised Cooperation – Bordeaux Métropole (Bordeaux–Hyderabad Partnership)
👨🍳 Chef Olivier Lux & 👨🍳 Chef Jean Jacques Berteau, Master Chefs – Lycée de Gascogne, France
👨🍳 Chef Romain Talbourdeau & 👩🍳 Chef Marilou Tamarelle, International Culinary Delegates
Their presence not only added immense academic and cultural value to the programme but also reinforced the spirit of Indo-French collaboration in culinary education.
The gathering of such eminent personalities created an inspiring platform for students, offering them rare direct interaction with global culinary experts and industry leaders.
