Food Craft Institute, Thodupuzha

Food Craft Institute, Thodupuzha, established in 1995, is a premier culinary education institution located in Thodupuzha, Idukki district, Kerala. The institute operates as a Public institution under the Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala, and is recognized by the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT). Food Craft Institute, Thodupuzha specializes in providing comprehensive training in hospitality, culinary arts, food production, bakery, and food and beverage service management. The institute offers Diploma and Certificate programmes designed to equip students with practical skills and theoretical knowledge required for successful careers in the hospitality and food service industry. Admissions to various programmes are conducted through merit-based selection and entrance examinations conducted by the Kerala Department of Tourism. The institute maintains strong industry connections and provides hands-on training through well-equipped kitchens, bakery units, and service laboratories. Food Craft Institute, Thodupuzha has established itself as a leading institution in Kerala for culinary education, producing skilled professionals who contribute significantly to the hospitality sector both nationally and internationally. The curriculum is designed to meet international standards while incorporating local culinary traditions, making graduates highly employable in hotels, resorts, restaurants, cruise lines, catering companies, and food processing industries.