Why Expansion in India’s Food Industry is Moving from Metros to Micro-markets
Non-food items now account for roughly 53% of spending in rural areas, up from about 47% in 2011–12. The share of non-food in urban areas has…
Beyond Fast Food: Nando’s India Journey from QSR to Experiential Dining
In an exclusive conversation with Restaurant India, Sameer Bhasin, CEO of Nando’s India, shares insights on what it takes to build and grow a…
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  • Oct 07, 2025 / 11 MIN READ
Dining Without Deadlines: Maharashtra’s 24x7 Policy Fuels Economic Momentum
Extended hours will improve asset efficiency, attract tourism, and encourage greater consumer spending.
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  • Oct 06, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
Culinary Meets Culture: Teja Chekuri Debuts ‘Last Saturday’
Complementing the food is Saturday Chapters — a ground-breaking cocktail program that introduces a new narrative every two months.
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  • Sep 24, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
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94% of Restaurant Operators Target Tier-II and III Expansion; Report
With average monthly incomes in Tier-II cities approaching metro levels, consumers are brand-aware but price-sensitive—seeking hygienic, aspirational…
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  • Sep 18, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
From Flavor to Emotion: The Future of Experiential Restaurants
Dining today is no longer about just eating—it’s about being entertained.
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  • Sep 04, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
The Global Diner: Redefining Restaurants Through Quality, Quantity, and Presentation
Quality not only builds trust but also creates distinction, helping a brand stand out from the crowd in a highly competitive industry.
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  • Aug 29, 2025 / 6 MIN READ
Capturing the Craze: How Celebrity Restaurants are Winning the Game
In the early stages, it’s often the investors who are most excited about bringing a celebrity on board. They’re the ones who get starstruck first—…
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  • Aug 18, 2025 / 10 MIN READ
Cracking the Code: What Makes Global Brands a success in India
With over 1.4 billion consumers, a rising middle class, and a youth demographic that dines out or orders in at least 4–6 times a month, the appetite…
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  • Aug 13, 2025 / 11 MIN READ
5 Meaningful Impact of Removing the Delhi Police Eating House License from F&B Biz
The removal of the Delhi Police Eating House License is not just about one less document, it’s about creating the kind of environment where…
This Restaurateur is Building Spaces that Sparks Nostalgia, Start Conversations
In an exclusive interview to Restaurant India, Rajan Sethi, Managing Director, Bright Hospitality Pvt. Ltd talks about building a brand that drives…
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  • Jun 04, 2025 / 8 MIN READ
5 Food Trends Writing the Rule for Experiential Dining
Diners are craving deeper connections to their meals. It’s no longer just about flavor — it’s about the stories behind the food.
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  • May 07, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
Karigari: Where Every Dish Tells a Story
Headlined by the immensely popular Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi, innovation drives Karigari’s success and keeps it ahead of the curve.
Chef Kunal Kapur’s Pincode Gets a New Address in Mohali
For Chef Kunal Kapur, the launch of Pincode in Mohali isn’t just another stop in a storied career. It’s a return. A full circle. A quiet, emotional…
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  • Apr 18, 2025 / 4 MIN READ
Malaika Arora Partners with Restauranteur Dhaval Udeshi to launch Scarlett House
The 45-cover restaurant is split between two levels. The lower floor houses a coffee bar, a wine and cheese room, a retail section.
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  • Nov 29, 2024 / 5 MIN READ
Café Delhi Heights Unveils its New Goan Venture, ‘Sarava’
Sarava’s six distinct zones offer a variety of atmospheres, from the cosy Maria’s Café, ideal for quiet moments, to the lush hideaway of The Nest,…
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  • Nov 27, 2024 / 5 MIN READ
From Plate to Palette: The Art and Science of Visual Presentation in Modern Indian Cuisine
All these colors are used by chefs to create compositions that make everyone’s appetite keen before taking any food. On the other hand, textures…
Why Casual Dining Remains Customer Favourite Segment
The casual dining segment, while growing, faces several challenges. One of the biggest is meeting the rising expectations of consumers who want a…
How This Restaurateur has Sailed through Different Concepts in Over 4 Decades
In an exclusive interview with Restaurant India, Narayan Poojari, Owner, and his daughters, Nikita and Ankita, Directors at Shivsagar Foods &…
How New Age Restaurants are Re-writing the Food Service Rules
Though, people want to indulge today but meanwhile, they look for healthier alternative for it and that’s where these new age restaurant owners are…
"To be a Customer-centric Restaurant, it is important to have an Employee-centric Culture," says Suraj Gupta, Fiori
In an interaction with Restaurant India, Suraj Gupta and Sanskriti Gupta, the second-generation entrepreneurs from the family-owned Regenta SG's…
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  • Sep 13, 2024 / 5 MIN READ
“Our Focus is to Create Unique, Authentic Experience,” Vikrant Batra
In an exclusive interview with Restaurant India, Vikrant Batra, Co-Founder, Cafe Delhi Heights talks about growing and expanding CDH and other sister…
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  • Aug 12, 2024 / 7 MIN READ
Why Natural Flavour is the Need of the Hour
The flavors market was valued at USD 18.75 billion in 2023 and the market is expected to grow from USD 19.53 billion in 2024 to USD 30.10 billion by…
5 Culinary Practices Changing the Restaurant Scene
Restaurants today have the most widespread menu. With consumers today becoming more and more experimental in their food choices, restaurants today…