Objective

These contests aim to:

• Increase awareness about Ayurvedic dietary guidelines, emphasizing how different foods and their qualities can impact health and well-being according to Ayurvedic principles.
• Inspire individuals to adopt healthier eating habits that align with Ayurvedic concepts, incorporating seasonal and traditional foods.
• Provide a platform for participants to demonstrate their culinary skills by preparing dishes that adhere to Ayurvedic guidelines, highlighting how traditional knowledge can be applied in modern cooking.
• Raise interest and appreciation for Ayurveda as a holistic approach to health, blending nutrition with lifestyle practices for overall wellness.

Eligibility – All Registered delegates in SAMYOJANAM 

General Rules and Regulations

Submission Requirements:

• Registration via Google form with uploading Abstract mentioning method of recipe. Language should be English/Hindi
• Participants can participate individually or in teams/college of up to three members.
• Selected participants must present their recipe with detailed instructions and a list of ingredients to the jury on the contest day.
• Samyojanam will provide only the space for presenting the prepared recipe. Participants has to bring their ingredients, utensils, induction etc if required for competition.
• The participants can prepare their dish beforehand and bring to the competition.

Recipe Criteria

• Ingredients– Should be fresh, organic, and in line with Ayurvedic guidelines ,contests have restrictions on use of artificial colors, fragrance and preservatives.
• Presentation– The dish should be presented in a way that reflects Ayurvedic aesthetics, possibly including considerations for color, texture, and harmony.
• Participants should adhere to ethical practices in sourcing ingredients and preparing dishes.
• Participants should mention classical reference or present innovative idea. Plagiarism or use of copyrighted materials without permission is typically prohibited.
• Failure to adhere to contest rules or ethical guidelines may result in disqualification.
• The organizers may reserve the right to disqualify entries that do not meet the required standards or are deemed inappropriate.

Presentation Rules

• Participants has to present their recipes within 2 min in front of jury members, that adhere to Ayurvedic dietary principles and focusing on ingredients and preparation methods.
• Recipes need to be accompanied by displaying a list of ingredients, classical reference if there and explanations of how they support Ayurvedic health principles.

  Judging Criteria

• Adherence to Ayurveda: How well the recipe adheres to Ayurvedic dietary principles and dosha
• Health Benefits: The potential health benefits of the dish and its alignment with Ayurvedic concepts.
• Creativity and Originality: Innovative use of ingredients and preparation techniques.
• Taste and Presentation: Overall flavor and visual appeal of the dish.