Shangri-La Eros New Delhi Hosts Ode for a Three-Day Luxury Dining Experience with Chef Rahul Akerkar

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August 4, 2026 16:00 GMT+5:30

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Shangri-La Eros New Delhi is strengthening its position as a leading luxury dining destination by bringing Mumbai’s Ode restaurant and Chef Rahul Akerkar for a 3-day culinary showcase from 7 to 9 August 2026. This collaboration will introduce the culinary communities in Delhi to a sophisticated menu where contemporary European flavors use seasonal and quality ingredients and are produced with Sorrento’s Italian style. The hotel’s commitment to top-of-the-line gastronomic partnerships is demonstrated by this collaboration as the exclusive artistry of Ode will be available for a limited time.

Bringing together two celebrated names in contemporary European dining, the collaboration will showcase a specially curated menu that highlights seasonal produce, sophisticated culinary techniques and modern interpretations of Italian flavours. The exclusive event aims to offer Delhi’s food enthusiasts a distinctive gastronomic journey combining Ode’s contemporary European approach with Sorrento’s signature Italian elegance.

Recognised for creating exceptional dining experiences and hosting celebrated culinary collaborations, Shangri-La Eros New Delhi continues to play a key role in shaping the city’s evolving food culture. This partnership brings together two restaurants united by their passion for European cuisine while presenting a menu designed exclusively for guests in Delhi.

Chef Rahul Akerkar is widely regarded as one of the pioneers who helped redefine India’s modern hospitality landscape. A trained biochemical engineer with academic qualifications from Franklin & Marshall College and Columbia University, Chef Akerkar built his culinary expertise through years of hands-on experience across every level of restaurant operations.

Starting from the basics of the industry, including dishwashing and managing restaurant floors, he developed a deep understanding of hospitality before training under internationally recognised chefs such as Anne Rosenzweig, Jonathan Bennett, Zarela Martinez and Michael Romano. Over his distinguished career spanning more than 35 years, he has earned several honours, including Chef of the Year, Restaurateur of the Year and Culinary Icon of the Year.

Beyond his restaurant ventures, Chef Akerkar continues to mentor emerging culinary talent, participate in international food forums and influence discussions surrounding cuisine, wine and hospitality design in India. In 2026, he also released his first book, Biting Off More Than I Can Chew, reflecting on his remarkable journey through the world of food and hospitality.

During the three-day collaboration, diners can experience a specially designed menu featuring some of Ode’s signature creations alongside the refined Italian influences of Sorrento. The selection includes highlights such as Charred Prawns, Grilled Ozzie Lamb Chop, Fried Calamari, Ode’s Barbecue Spiced Chicken, Confit Duck Leg, Spinach and Goat Cheese Agnolotti, and Braised White Asparagus.

The culinary experience will conclude with an indulgent dessert selection featuring The Best Damn Tarte Tatin, Vegan Chocolate Fudge Cake and Ode’s Salted Caramel Tiramisu, offering guests a memorable finale to this exclusive collaboration between two acclaimed dining destinations.

“This collaboration presented a wonderful opportunity to create a menu that celebrates the strengths of both Sorrento and Ode. Built around seasonal ingredients, refined flavours and thoughtful craftsmanship, the menu offers guests a distinctive modern European dining experience that is both familiar and exciting. We are delighted to bring this exclusive culinary journey to our guests at Shangri-La Eros New Delhi,” said Chef Gagandeep Singh Sawhney, Executive Chef, Shangri-La Eros New Delhi.

“Bringing Ode to Shangri-La Eros New Delhi for these three days in August is an opportunity to share that experience with a new city. We will be cooking the dishes that define us alongside a few created especially for this pop-up, using the best produce we can find and letting the season guide the menu. Whether you know our food already or are joining us for the first time, I hope you’ll come hungry, stay a little longer than you planned, and leave with the kind of memories that only a really good meal can make,”said Culinary Director Rahul Akerkar, Ode Mumbai.

The exclusive limited-time menu will feature an extensive selection of thoughtfully curated set menus and à la carte offerings, giving guests the flexibility to experience a range of signature creations from the special collaboration. Available for both lunch and dinner service from 7 to 9 August 2026, the culinary showcase will bring together the distinctive flavours, refined techniques and contemporary European influences of Ode and Sorrento. This special dining experience has been designed to offer guests a memorable gastronomic journey featuring carefully selected ingredients, elegant presentations and the unique culinary identity of both celebrated restaurants.