Ceremony marked the beginning of the 7th batch of culinary and pastry arts programs in India while awarding the previous batch their diplomas
August 25th, 2025: Le Cordon Bleu (LCB) Gurugram campus hosted a special ceremony today to celebrate the Diploma Award Ceremony of the 5th batch of outgoing students. The event, held from 11:00 am onwards, marked a milestone in the journey of students enrolled in DICA (Diploma in Culinary Arts) and DIPA (Diploma in Pastry Arts).
The ceremony was graced by the presence of Chief Guest, H.E. Nicholas McCaffrey, High Commissioner of Australia to India. He was accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Esther Tolmos, who is an alumnus of Le Cordon Bleu campus in Peru. Le Cordon Bleu Gurugram campus is one of 35 campuses worldwide and the only campus in India as of now. Recently, LCB celebrated its 130th year, and Mr. Andre Cointreau, President of LCB International visited the India campus on the occasion.
Speaking at the event, Prof. Rajiv Gulshan, Dean, Le Cordon Bleu Gurugram, said “The Le Cordon Bleu certification is globally recognized and opens doors for our students to travel and to work across the world. To be conferred with the certification by H.E Nicholas McCaffrey, High Commissioner of Australia to India, will further inspire our students to take their rightful place as professionals and as global citizens.”
Adding to this, H.E. Nicholas McCaffrey, High Commissioner of Australia to India, said “It is a privilege to be part of this important milestone for the students of Le Cordon Bleu Gurugram. The skills and knowledge you acquire here will serve as a strong foundation to excel in the global culinary industry. Australia and India share deep cultural ties, and cuisine is a powerful medium to strengthen this bond further. I congratulate each graduate today and encourage you to embrace innovation, creativity, and passion as you embark on your professional journeys.”
The Guest of Honour at the LCB Diploma Award ceremony was Celebrity Chef Rakesh Sethi, a renowned TV personality best known for his show Mirch Masala. He joined the celebrations to felicitate the graduating students. He also engaged with the incoming 7th batch of Diploma students, regaling them with stories of his culinary journey resulting in winning multiple awards like the Golden Hat Award in 2015, Celebrity Chef of the Year in 2018 and the Best Chef of India Award in 2022.
The event witnessed participation from over 300 students and 28 faculty members, with 54 students successfully completing their diploma programs this year. Spread over 50,000 sq.feet of space, LCB Gurugram campus comprises of state-of-the-art kitchens, smart classrooms and strong faculty profile drawn from industry and academia, and provides students with global exposure through workshops, guest lectures and internships. The occasion not only celebrated academic excellence but also highlighted the institute’s commitment to nurturing culinary talent for the global stage.
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For three decades, the GD Goenka Group has illuminated India’s educational landscape as a pioneering force. Under the visionary and philanthropic guidance of Shri. AK Goenka, we proudly stand as a beacon of educational excellence. Beginning with our flagship school in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, our network now includes 120+ preschools and 120+ K12 schools across various states, offering CBSE, IB, and Cambridge curricula. With over 6,000 students representing 40+ nationalities, the university delivers programs in Management, Law, Engineering & Sciences, Health & Allied Sciences, Liberal Arts, Agricultural Sciences, Hospitality & Tourism, Fashion & Design, Occupational Health, Safety, Fire & Environment.
Augmenting our global education philosophy, we are proud hosts of Le Cordon Bleu (LCB), the world’s leading hospitality and culinary arts school headquartered in Paris. In healthcare, GD Goenka Healthcare operates over 70 talent upskilling academies across India. In travel, GD Goenka Tourism has earned its reputation as a trusted boutique travel company serving reputed PSUs with unyielding integrity and reliability.
