Event report
The Indo-French Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Hyderabad organized an engaging event, hosting an exclusive tour of Manam Chocolate store
On May 30th, 2024, the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Hyderabad organized an engaging event, hosting an exclusive tour of Manam Chocolate
On May 30th, 2024, the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Hyderabad organized an engaging event, hosting an exclusive tour of Manam Chocolate store (2) Manam Chocolate: Overview | LinkedIn. The event began with a warm welcome from Mr. Nakul Dalwala, Assistant Manager - Events & Membership at IFCCI (2) Nakul Dalwala | LinkedIn.
The guests were then guided through the history of chocolate in India by the head chef, Ms. Ruby Islam, https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruby-islam-601517146/. She further explained their intricate process of crafting artisanal chocolates, including sourcing cacao beans from local farms near the Telangana-AP borders and the west banks of the Godavari River. Ms. Islam highlighted how Manam stands out by infusing unique flavours into the cacao right from the sourcing stage and emphasized their commitment to fair trade and local farmer empowerment, dedicating 1500 acres to cocoa cultivation.
Following this, Mr. Sukumar Maharathy https://www.linkedin.com/in/sukumar-maharathy-93bab24/ led the guests on a tour of the ‘karkhana’, showcasing the various stages of chocolate production, from bean roasting and pre-refining to the final confectionery products. The store offers a wide range of final products, including chocolate bars, gelatos, and baked goods. The tour concluded with a delightful networking session over breakfast at their café in the backyard.
IFCCI extends heartfelt thanks to the Manam team, including Ms. Inza Naqvi (2) Inza Naqvi | LinkedIn for her organizational support, and Mr. Chaitanya Muppala (2) Chaitanya Muppala | LinkedIn for his visionary leadership, which has positioned Manam Chocolate as a model of innovation and social responsibility in the industry.
