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The third edition of the Zee Zest Unlimit Awards 2025 successfully concluded, celebrating trailblazers in the food, travel, and lifestyle industries. The event, held at Taj Santacruz, Mumbai, celebrated excellence across 33 dynamic categories, marking a significant milestone in its journey.

The evening witnessed an extraordinary gathering of industry leaders, hospitality pioneers, and culinary visionaries. Bollywood celebrities Nushrratt Bharuccha, Adah Sharma and Aparshakti Khurana graced the event, adding glamour and excitement to the celebrations. The awards highlighted innovation and excellence in various sectors, from luxury resorts and boutique hotels to fine dining and nightlife destinations.

Chef Vikas Khanna, Chef Ranveer Brar, Sumona Chakravarti, Aditi Govitrikar, Sara Afreen, South Korean Pop Star Aoora, and other popular faces were seen presenting the awards, further elevating the grandeur of the evening.

A distinguished panel of experts, including Rashmi Uday Singh, Varun Sharma, Avinash Martins, Aditi Dugar, and Suvir Saran, meticulously evaluated the nominees, ensuring a fair and thorough selection process. Their expertise and keen eye for excellence helped in recognizing the most deserving winners across the categories.

Rahul Rao, Business Head, Zee Zest, said, “The Unlimit Awards have always been about honoring the best in food, travel, and lifestyle, and this year’s edition has been our most spectacular yet. We saw some of the most innovative brands across India pushing boundaries in real and impactful ways. Their journey of winning against all odds has been incredibly inspiring.

“With an expanded range of categories and an esteemed panel of industry experts, we take immense pride in celebrating these visionaries redefining excellence. Zee Zest remains committed to rewarding those who bring innovation and authenticity to these ever-evolving industries,” Rao said.

Samrat Ghosh, Chief Cluster Officer – East, North & Premium Cluster, said, “The passion and dedication we’ve seen at the Zee Zest Unlimit Awards this year is truly inspiring. These winners are not just excelling in their fields but also shaping the future of food, travel, and lifestyle in India. It’s incredible to witness their journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the creativity they bring to the table. At Zee Zest, we are proud to provide a platform that recognizes and celebrates such remarkable talent.”

Building upon the success of its previous editions, the Zee Zest Unlimit Awards 2025 set a new benchmark in acknowledging talent and innovation. The event once again reinforced Zee Zest’s commitment to celebrating individuals and brands that redefine the future of food, travel, and lifestyle in India.

A standout moment of the night was the electrifying performance by the renowned Indian Ocean band, who enthralled the audience with their fusion of folk and rock music, adding an unforgettable musical touch to the celebration.

Presented by L’Oréal Paris, powered by Cadbury Dairy Milk, with special partners Saffola and Colgate, the event was a grand celebration of innovation and excellence in the industry.

Tune in to witness this spectacular celebration on March 30, 2025, airing exclusively on Zee Zest SD and HD at 8 PM and available for streaming on zeezest.com.

The distinguished winners of the Zee Zest Unlimit Awards 2025 are:

• Best Progressive Indian Restaurant – Indian Accent, Mumbai
• Best Regional Indian Restaurant – Comorin, Gurugram
• Best Restaurant in a 5-Star – Dum Pukht – ITC Maurya, New Delhi
• Best Concept Restaurant – Avatara, Mumbai
• Best New Restaurant – Kopitiam Lah, Bengaluru
• Best Café – Sienna Store & Café, Kolkata
• Best Asian Restaurant – Seefah, Mumbai
• Best Restaurant in a Non-Metro – The Johri, Jaipur
• Best Vegetarian Restaurant – Shree Thaker Bhojanalay, Mumbai
• Best Vietnamese Restaurant – Nho Saigon, Mumbai
• Best Coastal Restaurant – Karavalli – Vivanta, Bengaluru
• Best Legacy Restaurant – Tunday Kababi, Lucknow
• Best Sustainable Restaurant – OMO – Soul Food Community, Gurugram
• Best All-Day Dining Restaurant – Fenix, The Oberoi, Mumbai
• Best Designed Restaurant – Hosa, Goa
• Best Indian Craft Gin – Stranger & Sons
• Best Indian Craft Beer – Effingut
• Best Cocktail Bar – ZLB23 – The Leela Palace, Bengaluru 
• Mixologist of the Year – Avinash Kapoli, SOKA, Bengaluru 
• Best Indian Rum – Old Monk Coffee

In addition to these remarkable establishments, the Zee Zest Unlimit Awards also recognized individuals who have made an indelible mark on the industry.

• Male Chef of the Year – Nikhil Nagpal, Avartana, ITC Grand Chola, Chennai
• Female Chef of the Year – Mythrayie Iyer
• Unlimit Icon – Hemant Oberoi
• Unlimit Trailblazer – Ranveer Brar
• Unlimit Iconic Music Band – Indian Ocean
• Unlimit Best Actor in a Comic Role – Aparshakti Khurana (Stree)
• Unlimit Best Actress for Impactful Roles – Nushrratt Bharuccha
• Unlimit Best Actress in an OTT Comedy Series – Adah Sharma (Sunflower)