How Restaurants Are Redefining Scale in 2026
As per the reports, 1,000-2,000 restaurants open every month in India, but also there is a large number of closures due to high costs and competition…
India’s Dessert Boom: From After-Meal Treat to All-Day Craving
As consumption becomes more intentional, desserts are no longer a secondary offering. In many cafés today, they are increasingly the primary reason…
How Storytelling is Redefining the On-Property Experience
When storytelling becomes an operational philosophy instead of a marketing add-on, each interaction gives guest a memorable experience.
The Future of Dining Is Closer Than You Think: Experts Predict 2026 Trends
Food will become a signature, not a checklist. Weddings will be remembered as culinary experiences—extraordinary, personal, and deeply thoughtful.
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  • Jan 09, 2026 / 8 MIN READ


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New Year Brings Strong Footfall and Sales Boost for Restaurants
This year’s celebrations resulted in a notable surge in business, with restaurants witnessing nearly 30% higher sales and a 40% increase in footfall…
The New Rules of Baking: Texture, Convenience, Visual Appeal
Growing at a CAGR of 9-10%, it is projected to surpass $30 billion by 2033.
Why the future of Indian coastal cuisine lies in storytelling, sustainability and immersion
The gap between perception and reality highlights an untapped opportunity for the country’s food industry in the global market: reframing how one…


How Winter Menu is Warming Up Restaurant Sales
Restaurants have winter menu from October to February and during this period they gain profit by 25-30% and winter menu is increasing in restaurants…
From Citrus to Kombucha: The Next Wave of Cafe Flavours in 2026
While comfort-led profiles such as cocoa, brown sugar, vanilla and caramel remain popular, but with reduced sweetness and simpler taste profiles
From Luxury to Lifestyle: 6 Fine Dining Trends Driving Biz Growth in 2026
According to reports, 89% of people aged 18–35 visit fine dining restaurants at least twice a month, with repeat visits largely driven by discounts…
From Craveable Drinks to Sauce Rituals: Trends that Will Rule QSRs in 2026
Consumers are looking for products that deliver a mood boost, with 1 in 4 young consumers (aged 18 – 29) seeing a trip to QSR as a special occasion.
  • By - Nusra
  • Dec 30, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
More Than Coffee: 4 Key Trends Reshaping India’s Cafe Businesses
With India’s cafés and bars market projected to grow from USD 18.8 billion in 2025 to over USD 30 billion by 2030, the opportunity remains significant
Restaurant Industry in 2025: A Year of Reset and What to Expect in 2026
Rising consumer spending, a renewed appetite for dining out, and strong traction in delivery and premium experiences helped restaurants regain…
Why Seasonal Drinks Are No Longer Just Festive Add-Ons for Cafes
What was once limited to festive windows is now evolving into a year-round strategy built around micro-seasonal launches tied to weather shifts,…
Reservation-Only: Why These Restaurants Are Getting Smaller, Personalized
Instead of chasing volume or footfalls, these compact formats are taking the opposite route by keeping their covers low, service slots restricted,…
Experience that Travels: How Offsite Locations are Boosting Revenue
As per reports, offsite catering and mobile events are growing 20–25% year-on-year across metros like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Delhi.
Relearning Mediterranean Food: How This Familiar Yet Global Cuisine is Evolving
Indian diners, once hesitant, are now embracing everything from Yemeni mandi and Levantine salads to Turkish mezze and Greek-style seafood.
Pregame Koramangala Brings Bengaluru its First BYOB-Inspired Bar Experience
Blending retail and recreation, the new “Bring Your Own Bottle” lounge offers an affordable, social alternative to the city’s pricey pub scene
The Sweet Shift: How Clean Label Desserts Are Redefining Indulgence
According to reports, the global clean label ingredients market is expected to grow from US $50.2 billion in 2024 to US $69.3 billion by 2029.
Why Wellness Is the New Luxury in Restaurant Menu
Around 50-60% of restaurants and hotels in India focus on healthy options in the menu.
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…
One Plate, One Future: Celebrating World Food Day
This year’s theme, “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future,” emphasizes collective action through the FAO’s Hand-in-Hand Initiative…
How Passion-Driven Restaurants can Deliver Measurable Outcomes
Sustainability is now part of the operating model. Kitchens designed to reduce waste, bars that recycle, and partnerships with local producers…
How Restaurants Are Gearing Up for the Festive Season
The weeks leading up to Diwali, Halloween, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve are marked by high footfall, group celebrations, and increased demand for…