Zeba Kohli Bags Lifetime Achievement award and Fantasie Wins Chocolatier of the Year at 2025 Hospitality Horizon Awards

Renowned chocolatier Zeba Kohli, the creative force behind Fantasie Fine Chocolate, India’s first chocolatier and Chocolate Sommelier, was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award in the Chocolatier category at the prestigious Hospitality Horizon Awards 2025 presented by Rich’s, held last night at Novotel Mumbai.

In a double celebration, Fantasie Fine Chocolate, the iconic 80-year-old brand founded by Zeba Kohli’s grandfather in the late 1940s was also awarded Chocolatier of the Year, marking a moment of immense pride and recognition for its rich legacy and continued excellence.

The awards brought together India’s leading chefs, food and beverage experts, and hospitality pioneers to celebrate excellence and innovation in the industry. Kohli’s recognition as a Lifetime Achiever drew unanimous praise from the jury, who commended her unparalleled contribution to the world of chocolate, her pioneering initiatives in chocolate education, and her ability to transform chocolate into an experience of culture, memory, and joy.

Accepting the honor, Zeba Kohli said: “This recognition is deeply humbling. Chocolate has been my life’s passion, a way to connect, create, and celebrate with people across generations. To receive the Lifetime Achievement Award is not just my honor, but also a tribute to everyone who has walked this journey with me.”

Over the years, Kohli has redefined India’s relationship with chocolate through innovative tastings, meditative workshops, global collaborations, and storytelling that positioned chocolate as both an indulgence and an art form.

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