NE FEATURES BUREAU
CHENNAI, JULY 10
Healthy eating took centre stage with a generous serving of flavour, fitness and inspiration as Hyatt Regency Chennai, in collaboration with Pinkathon, hosted its vibrant “Cook Well, Live Well – A Healthy Cooking Masterclass”, featuring fitness icon Milind Soman, wellness advocate Ankita Konwar and the hotel’s Executive Chef Manish Uniyal.
Designed to inspire people to make healthier food choices without compromising on taste, the interactive culinary session brought together media professionals, wellness enthusiasts, food lovers and guests for an engaging celebration of nutritious cooking and mindful living.
- ‘Cook Well, Live Well’ masterclass blends gourmet flavours, smart nutrition and fitness into an inspiring culinary experience
- Milind Soman, Ankita Konwar and Executive Chef Manish Uniyal unveil easy-to-make, nutrient-rich recipes that prove healthy food can be irresistibly delicious
- Interactive wellness initiative encourages families, fitness enthusiasts and home chefs to embrace mindful eating through fresh, seasonal ingredients
- Hyatt Regency Chennai reinforces its commitment to holistic well-being by bringing together food, fitness and community under one roof
The masterclass demonstrated that wholesome meals need not be complicated. By combining practical nutrition tips with simple cooking techniques, the event showcased how fresh, seasonal ingredients can be transformed into colourful, flavour-packed dishes that are easy to recreate at home.
During the live cooking demonstration, Milind Soman, Ankita Konwar and Executive Chef Manish Uniyal prepared two refreshing signature creations—a Tuscan Sunrise Smoothie and a vibrant Fresh Avocado & Ruby Grapefruit Symphony Salad—highlighting the perfect balance between taste, nutrition and visual appeal.
Throughout the session, Milind Soman encouraged participants to view healthy eating as a sustainable lifestyle rather than a temporary diet, sharing practical insights on nutrition, consistency, physical fitness and overall well-being.
“Good health begins with the choices we make every day. Eating nutritious food doesn’t have to be complicated—it can be simple, enjoyable, and sustainable. It was wonderful to be at Hyatt Regency Chennai for this healthy cooking masterclass and to interact with participants who are committed to embracing healthier habits through mindful eating and fitness. I hope today’s session inspires everyone to make wellness a part of their everyday lives.”
Adding a culinary perspective, Executive Chef Manish Uniyal emphasised that nutritious cooking can be every bit as satisfying as indulgent cuisine.
“Our objective was to demonstrate that healthy cooking can be flavourful, approachable and suitable for everyday living. We were delighted to collaborate with Milind Soman to inspire our guests with recipes that celebrate fresh ingredients and mindful nutrition.”
The event also featured an interactive question-and-answer session, allowing participants to exchange ideas on nutrition, healthy lifestyles and fitness. Guests concluded the experience by sampling the freshly prepared dishes, interacting with the presenters and capturing memorable moments that reflected the growing popularity of wellness-focused culinary experiences.
Through initiatives such as “Cook Well, Live Well,” Hyatt Regency Chennai continues to promote holistic wellness by creating engaging platforms that inspire healthier lifestyles while strengthening community connections through food, fitness and mindful living.
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Where every bite celebrates wellness: Milind Soman, Ankita Konwar and Executive Chef Manish Uniyal dish out nutrition with a dash of flavour during Hyatt Regency Chennai’s “Cook Well, Live Well” masterclass, proving that healthy food can be colourful, delicious and effortlessly simple to prepare.
