Behind the Scenes: Meet the CCi Culinary Team
Get a glimpse of the crew that turns events into memories. From our chefs to our servers, see how we bring the maska and mazaa to every gathering.
Behind every seamless event is our dedicated team working with one vision. Our chefs, servers, and planners come together, combining their talent and precision to create luxury experiences that leave a lasting impression.
Our service is more than just delivering food; it's about creating an experience. This image, showing a curated gourmet slider with our uniformed staff in the background, represents the synergy and polish that defines a CCI event.
This statement encapsulates our approach to exquisite events. We bring elegance, creativity, and flawless execution to every gathering, with our white-glove waiters and black-tie bartenders delivering five-star service.
We are proud of our mentor and founder, Mr. Varinder Handa. His philosophy of 'Catering to Thoughts' is the driving force behind our innovative and successful culinary journey, as recognized here by the Touchwood Wedding School.
A fun and educational cooking session with the renowned Chef Vicky Ratnani in 'Vicky's Kid-chen'. Here, he teaches how to make a delicious and authentic chicken and mushroom risotto from scratch, making gourmet cooking accessible to all.
Another episode from 'Vicky's Kid-chen', where Chef Vicky Ratnani shows how to make a simple yet delicious penne pasta with fresh tomatoes and mushrooms. This reflects our passion for sharing the joy of cooking with the next generation.
About Behind the Scenes: The CCI Team & Culinary Craft
It is not just about the food on the plate; it is about the team that ensures every dish hits the table perfect. We maintain a strict 1:15 staff-to-guest ratio for buffets and a 1:3 butler ratio for plated dinners, ensuring our staff stays attentive without being intrusive. When you hire us, you are hiring a crew that has worked together for years, so you do not have to worry about coordination slips on your big day.
Catering to Thoughts is how we train our teams to anticipate what a guest needs before they even ask. Whether it is our white-glove servers trained in silver service or our chefs who plan menus based on your specific mood, every role at CCi is designed to make the hospitality feel effortless.
We believe in keeping the craft alive. You will often see us hosting mentorship sessions with chefs like Vicky Ratnani, because our kitchen culture is built on continuous learning. It is why our Library Buffet and Chef’s Table concepts work so well—they require a high level of coordination that only a well-trained, cohesive team can deliver.
Founded in 2006 by Virender Handa and Chef Kapil Middha, we started with a simple promise: make every event memorable. Today, that means rigorous hygiene, standardized service protocols, and a focus on ingredients that matter. We do not just show up to serve; we show up to make sure your event runs with the precision and energy you expect.
CCi Creative Cuisines
We are CCi, and we have been Catering to Thoughts since 2006. Virender Handa and Chef Kapil Middha lead a team that is just as passionate about the service as we are about the food. We are here to make sure your celebration has that perfect mix of polish and fun.
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