Chef Amit Dash Elevated to Multi-Property Culinary Director at The Westin

Delhi NCR's Culinary Powerhouse Gets a Promotion

Chef Amit Dash, a name whispered with respect across the hospitality corridors of North India, has just been handed the keys to redefine destination dining across two of The Westin's flagship properties. His elevation to Multi-Property Director of Culinary for The Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi and The Westin Sohna Resort & Spa marks a watershed moment for Delhi NCR's hotel restaurant landscape.

What does this mean for travellers? Everything from your pre-flight breakfast at the business hotel to that candlelit anniversary dinner at the 37-acre resort just got a personal stamp of excellence from someone who's spent two decades mastering the art of memory-making through food.

Two Decades of Luxury Hospitality Excellence

With over 20 years in luxury hospitality, Chef Amit isn't just another corporate promotion—he's the culmination of decades spent perfecting the delicate balance between indulgence and wellness that defines modern Westin dining. His fingerprints are already all over both properties, but now he's got the mandate to orchestrate a symphony across multiple venues and two distinct guest experiences.

Reddit: "The food at EEST was genuinely transcendent—now I understand why Chef Amit's being given the keys to the kingdom." — r/DelhiFoodie

His approach is ruthlessly simple: creativity meets rigour. Seasonal produce. Authentic flavours. Consistency across venues that caters to everything from jet-lagged international executives to Delhi's most discerning gourmands. Industry peers describe him as someone who understands that a perfect plate isn't just about technique—it's about the story it tells.

The Signature Restaurants That Put Gurgaon on the Culinary Map

Walk into The Westin Gurgaon on MG Road—just 25 minutes from Indira Gandhi International Airport—and you'll immediately understand Chef Amit's vision for destination dining in a millennium city. The signature restaurants Prego and EEST aren't just acclaimed; they've become the venues where Delhi NCR's business elite seal deals and celebrate milestones.

Prego brings contemporary Italian sophistication to corporate dining. EEST delivers pan-Asian finesse. Both have accumulated industry recognitions that go well beyond the polished reviews—they've become cultural markers of refined dining in Gurgaon.

The contrast with The Westin Sohna Resort & Spa is deliberately strategic. Nestled across 37 landscaped acres about 49 kilometres from Gurgaon, the resort's dining portfolio shifts from urban polish to pastoral narrative. International buffets. Asian specialities. Vegetarian innovation. Everything orchestrated to complement a tranquil escape rather than hustle-bustle business dining.

Where Theatre Meets Taste: Experiential Dining Concepts

Here's where Chef Amit's philosophy becomes visceral. He didn't just create restaurants—he invented experiences that transform meals into performances.

Teppan by EEST at The Westin Gurgaon puts Japanese-style teppanyaki cooking centre stage. You're not just eating; you're watching skilled chefs conduct culinary theatre on hot plates right in front of you. This isn't novelty—it's the evolution of what Delhi NCR diners have come to expect from destination restaurants.

Then there's Tangra – Tales of Chinatown at The Westin Sohna Resort & Spa. A Hakka-style Chinese restaurant that doesn't just serve food from Kolkata's historic Chinatown district—it transports guests there. The narrative-led approach connects pastoral Sohna landscapes with urban nostalgia and culinary heritage in a way that feels organic rather than gimmicky.

The Business Case: City Pulse Meets Countryside Serenity

The Westin Gurgaon functions as a culinary hub for corporate travellers who need destination dining without leaving their business district. Shopping. Entertainment. Corporate hubs. All wrapped in contemporary restaurants and wellness-forward programming designed to help guests balance demanding schedules with restorative experiences.

The Westin Sohna Resort & Spa operates on different currency: weekend escapes, family breaks, destination weddings, and multi-day retreats where food and beverage aren't sidelines—they're centrepieces of the entire stay.

Under Chef Amit's expanded remit, both properties are poised to function as complementary destinations within a single Delhi NCR itinerary, rather than competing alternatives.

Innovation, Sustainability, and the Future of Hotel Kitchens

In his new capacity, Chef Amit oversees the evolution of both restaurants' portfolios with explicit emphasis on innovation, wellness, sustainability, and guest-centric programming. His work with AI-assisted zero-waste cooking protocols and on-site gardens has already become a case study in industry discussions about future-ready hotel kitchens.

He's also been instrumental in championing chef collaborations, seasonal pop-ups, and destination-led food festivals—initiatives that refresh menus while encouraging cross-cultural exchange and genuine local engagement. Internally, colleagues note his commitment to mentoring young culinary professionals, creating a culture that rewards curiosity, discipline, and ingredient respect.

The Narrative Arc: Memories, Not Just Meals

As Chef Amit transitions into his expanded role, he's reframed his mission in deeply personal terms: food is ultimately about memories and connections. For him, success isn't measured in Michelin stars or TripAdvisor ratings—it's measured in whether guests remember their meals long after they've checked out.

For travellers weaving Gurgaon and Sohna into a single North India itinerary, his appointment promises something rarer than innovation: consistency. Every breakfast meeting, poolside lunch, and starlit dinner at either property will feel crafted with personal attention that reflects the evolving soul of North India's hospitality landscape.

The question isn't whether Chef Amit Dash will elevate these properties further—he's already done that. The real question is: which Westin experience will you choose first?

Culinary leadership that transforms hotel dining from service into storytelling.

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Disclaimer: Information in this article is accurate as of June 2026. Restaurant menus, special concepts, and chef responsibilities are subject to change. Readers planning visits to The Westin Gurgaon or The Westin Sohna Resort & Spa should verify current offerings directly with the hotels.