Thangam Philip
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Thangam Elizabeth Philip (1921–2009) was an Indian nutritionist and a pioneer of hospitality education in India.[1][2] She was the Principal Emeritus of the Institute of Hotel Management, Mumbai[3][4] and was the author of several books on cookery.[5][6] A recipient of the FAO Ceres Medal[7] and the Knighthood of the Order of Cordon Bleu Du Sant Esprit of France,[8] Philip was awarded the fourth highest Indian civilian award of Padma Shri by the Government of India in 1976.[9]
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Thangam Philip | |
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Born | (1921-05-12)12 May 1921 |
Died | 28 January 2009(2009-01-28) (aged 87) |
Resting place | St. Andrew's CSI Church, Pannimattom, Kottayam, Kerala, India 9°32′2″N 76°31′25″E |
Occupation(s) | Nutritionist, writer |
Known for | Hospitality education |
Parent(s) | T. P. Philip Elizabeth Philip |
Awards | Padma Shri FAO Ceres Medal Knighthood of the Order of Cordon Bleu Du Sant Esprit Firestone Award |
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