1 hr ago
CATA Launches Andhra Pradesh Chapter to Promote Telugu Culinary Heritage
A chefs’ group called CATA has opened a new chapter in Andhra Pradesh.
The chapter was launched in Vijayawada on Thursday.
Kommareddy Pattabhi Ram formally opened it.
Chefs and hospitality professionals attended the event.
The group wants to protect traditional Telugu food and cooking knowledge.
It will help chefs learn new skills and share ideas.
It will also encourage research and mentoring.
CATA hopes to introduce Andhra cuisine to more people in India and around the world.
The organization began in 2009 as Hands in Hospitality.
The Andhra Pradesh chapter of the Chefs Association of Telangana and Andhra was launched in Vijayawada on Thursday.
Swachha Andhra Corporation Limited chairman Kommareddy Pattabhi Ram inaugurated the chapter.
The chapter aims to promote culinary excellence and preserve Telugu food heritage.
It will support chefs through skill development, mentorship, research, networking and knowledge sharing.
CATA promotes Andhra cuisine nationally and internationally while connecting chefs, educators, hospitality professionals and students.
- Who
- The Chefs Association of Telangana and Andhra, chefs, hospitality professionals and other dignitaries; Kommareddy Pattabhi Ram inaugurated the chapter.
- What
- The Andhra Pradesh chapter of CATA was launched to promote culinary excellence and preserve Telugu food heritage.
- Where
- Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
- When
- Thursday; CATA was established in 2009 as Hands in Hospitality.
- Why
- To provide a platform for chefs, support skill development and research, preserve traditional food practices, and promote Andhra cuisine nationally and internationally.
Key facts
- Organization
- Chefs Association of Telangana and Andhra (CATA)
- Chapter launched
- Andhra Pradesh chapter
- Launch location
- Vijayawada
- Inaugurated by
- Kommareddy Pattabhi Ram, chairman of Swachha Andhra Corporation Limited
- Established
- 2009, originally as Hands in Hospitality
- Primary focus
- Culinary excellence, Telugu food heritage, skill development and knowledge sharing
- CATA president
- Chef Gowtham Karingi









