VMPL
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 21: In an industry where reputation is built on every plate served, one Mumbai-based catering company has distinguished itself by serving some of the world's most prestigious brands and events, from an 18,000-person concert to exclusive consulate gatherings and royal weddings. Under the leadership of Chef Arvind Rawat, this premium service provider has become synonymous with a philosophy that's as simple as it is powerful: "Deliver supreme standards on schedule and within budget by providing service with a personality and food that steals the show."
From Cruise Liners to Corporate Excellence: A Journey in Hospitality
Chef Rawat's 15-year journey in award-winning hospitality, from working as a pastry chef on European cruise liners to founding his Mumbai-based catering enterprise, has given him unique insights into what separates good service from exceptional experiences. His training at the Institute of Culinary Academy of India, coupled with industrial experience in Milan and Geneva's renowned Italian hotels, shaped a vision that transcends geographical boundaries.
"We started our services with the goal of bridging urban lifestyle and nutrition-rich foods," explains Chef Rawat. "But we quickly realized that our clients, whether multinational corporations or private celebrations, demand more than just healthy food. They want culinary artistry, flawless execution, and experiences that reflect their values."
This understanding has earned preferred caterer status with major corporations, cultural institutions, and prestigious venues across Mumbai and beyond.
Quality Control: The Non-Negotiable Foundation
While many catering services focus primarily on taste and presentation, Chef Rawat argues that the future of premium event catering depends on invisible excellence. The systems and standards that ensure safety, consistency, and quality at scale matter just as much as what appears on the plate.
The company has implemented comprehensive food safety management systems that go beyond industry norms. This commitment includes zero customer complaints as a standing objective, certification and training programs for all food handlers and safety teams, vaccination programs against enteric microbes for food handlers, procurement of raw materials exclusively from reliable vendors with quality certificates, and comprehensive sanitation programs developed by certified sanitarians.
"When you're serving 2,000 people at a marathon or catering a royal wedding, there's no room for error," notes Chef Rawat. "Our clients trust us because we've built systems that identify, evaluate, and control food safety hazards at every stage."
This systematic approach extends to hygiene practices, with strict protocols including frequent hand sanitization, disposable glove changes, visitor restrictions in food processing areas, and complete bans on smoking, tobacco, or eating in food handling zones.
A Cuisine for Every Palate, A Service for Every Occasion
The company's diverse service portfolio is matched by its equally impressive culinary range. Whether clients need corporate catering for business events, house party catering for intimate celebrations, or yacht party catering for exclusive gatherings, the team of approximately 100 professionals delivers consistent excellence.
For film catering requirements, the service ensures productions run smoothly with satisfied cast and crew. Social events catering covers everything from milestone celebrations to anniversary parties, while kitty party catering brings flavor and sophistication to social gatherings. The team also specializes in outdoor events and festival catering, adapting to various venues and cultural requirements.
Grazing table catering has emerged as a popular offering, with artfully arranged displays that serve as both culinary delight and visual centerpiece. Each service category is backed by the same rigorous quality standards and attention to detail.
Mastering Four Distinct Culinary Traditions
The kitchen offers four main cuisine categories, each prepared with authentic techniques and regional expertise.
Indian Food remains a cornerstone of the menu. By hiring chefs from every corner of India, the culinary team ensures authenticity in regional flavors, delivering the traditional touch that makes Indian cuisine extraordinary. Each dish carries the genuine taste of its origin, whether it's North Indian curries or South Indian specialties.
Oriental Food focuses on Southeast Asian flavors, particularly Chinese and Korean dishes. The kitchen delivers what Chef Rawat calls the "lip-smacking chilli saucy taste" that defines contemporary Asian cuisine. These dishes have become especially popular for corporate catering events and social gatherings.
Continental Food spans Italian, French, and Spanish preparations. The team employs diverse cooking techniques like smoking, grilling, baking, and basting to create premium continental experiences. They specialize in artful settings to complement continental food platters at weddings, anniversaries, baby showers, birthday parties, and corporate meetings.
Middle Eastern Food recognizes the growing demand for authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. The kitchen brings flavors from across the region, offering clients the opportunity to experience rich, aromatic dishes that promise an unforgettable culinary journey for guests who appreciate this distinctive tradition.
"We specialize in custom food menus, event requests, and banquet themes," Chef Rawat explains. "Whether it's corporate catering for business conferences, special events catering for milestone celebrations, or intimate house party catering, we tailor our offerings to match the occasion's significance and the client's preferences."
The Service Philosophy: Personality Meets Precision
Having catered multiple events for embassies and consistently serving corporate giants across sectors, the company has refined a service model that balances warmth with professionalism.
The team operates under clear objectives that include conducting regular training for food handlers, implementing good manufacturing and hygienic practices, maintaining proper storage and distribution protocols, and conducting periodic reviews for continual improvement.
This attention to operational excellence has made the company a preferred choice for high-stakes events where both culinary quality and logistical precision are paramount, from large-scale exhibitions to intimate social gatherings.
Looking Forward: Sustained Excellence in a Growing Market
Despite catering major events serving up to 18,000 guests and maintaining preferred caterer status with numerous Fortune 500 companies, Chef Rawat maintains a humble perspective on the journey ahead.
"We've come a long way, but we still have a long way to go," he reflects. "Every event is an opportunity to prove ourselves, whether it's serving thousands at a concert, providing film catering for productions, arranging grazing table catering for corporate functions, or managing yacht party catering for exclusive celebrations. We want to show that premium service can be punctual, hospitable, and absolutely delicious."
As India's event industry continues to evolve, with increasing emphasis on food safety, dietary preferences, and experiential dining, this integrated approach offers a blueprint for the industry's future. The combination of culinary excellence, systematic quality control, and personalized service across all categories, from festival catering to intimate house party catering, sets a new standard for what clients should expect.
For Chef Arvind Rawat and his team at Marine Drive, Mumbai, the mission remains clear: spreading wholesome food goodness while ensuring that every plate served, from corporate catering events to private celebrations, truly "steals the show."
About the Company
Based in Marine Drive, Mumbai, this premium catering service is one of India's most reputed event catering companies, serving clients across corporate, social, and entertainment sectors. With a team of approximately 100 professionals and over 13 years of industry leadership, the company specializes in custom menus, diverse cuisine offerings (Indian, Oriental, Continental, and Middle Eastern), and comprehensive services including corporate catering, house party catering, yacht party catering, film catering, kitty party catering, grazing table catering, outdoor events, festival catering, and social events catering.
The company maintains preferred caterer status with numerous multinational corporations and has successfully executed large-scale events serving up to 18,000 guests. Committed to food safety certification and quality control, the team delivers "food that steals the show" on every occasion.
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