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From Gut Feeling to Algorithms: How Data is Redefining India’s Food Choices
In a 5.5–6 lakh crore market growing at 10–12% annually, survival and scale increasingly depend on how well restaurants use data.
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Vijetha Iyer
Feb 18, 2026 / 10 MIN READ
From Rapid Expansion to Real Profits
Most restaurants operate on net margins of just 3–6%, while casual and full-service formats face high labour, rent, and food costs. Even QSRs…
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Vijetha Iyer
Feb 05, 2026 / 7 MIN READ
How Compact Kitchens Are Reshaping the Restaurant Biz
With rising rents and ingredient costs, compact kitchen setups significantly reduce overheads often by 20–30%.
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Vijetha Iyer
Feb 03, 2026 / 6 MIN READ
“Every City Has a Story on the Plate” says Chef Deepak Dandge
He is a graduate of the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) and has worked with several leading hospitality brands, including Sofitel BKC, Marriott,…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jan 29, 2026 / 6 MIN READ
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Festive Feasts & Brunches: Restaurants and Hotels to Visit This Republic Day
Whether you’re celebrating with family, friends, or planning a special outing, several hotels and restaurants are offering curated experiences,…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jan 23, 2026 / 16 MIN READ
How Restaurants Are Rewriting the Affordability Playbook
25–30% of restaurants make affordability a core positioning, while 35–40% treat affordability as a competitive necessity and 60-70% restaurants focus…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jan 23, 2026 / 7 MIN READ
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…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jan 16, 2026 / 8 MIN READ
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.
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Vijetha Iyer
Jan 13, 2026 / 7 MIN READ
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…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jan 03, 2026 / 6 MIN READ
From Home Kitchen to ‘Namma’: A Chef’s Journey of Comfort & Authenticity
What began as a personal passion has today evolved into Namma, a South Indian restaurant rooted in comfort, authenticity and family.
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Vijetha Iyer
Dec 24, 2025 / 6 MIN READ
Why Regional Cuisine Is the Next Big Thing in Airport F&B
As per the Airports Authority of India, in FY24, domestic air passenger traffic rose to about 30.6 crore, up 13 percent from the previous year.
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Naresh Sharma
Dec 08, 2025 / 6 MIN READ
Building a Greener Future: Rethinking Sustainability in India’s Hospitality Sector
Guest expectations have evolved rapidly where they ask about origin, traceability, compliance, and the ecological footprint of every plate.
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Vijetha Iyer
Nov 26, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
A Powerhouse Convergence: Key Insights from Restaurant India Mumbai 2025
Supported by leading industry bodies including UAERG (UAE Restaurants Group), the Indian Culinary Forum, India Food Tourism ORG, the Indian Flair…
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Vijetha Iyer
Nov 17, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
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.
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Vijetha Iyer
Oct 31, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
“People are Moving towards Sustainability & Health-conscious dining,” says Kapil Dubey
The chef draws inspiration from Japanese precision, European simplicity, and Indian cuisine. By using locally sourced seasonal ingredients, the chef…
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Vijetha Iyer
Aug 11, 2025 / 8 MIN READ
8 Strategic Pillars to Run a High-Performing Restaurant Franchise
Franchising not only build a strong brand identity but also helps in successful expansion strategies. Around 30-40% of restaurant businesses are…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jul 31, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
8 Game-Changing Strategies to Expand Your Restaurant Brand
Every restaurants wants to have their own unique value proposition. For that, branding has to be consistent in all locations.
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Vijetha Iyer
Jul 30, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
7 Strategies to Focus on While Targeting New Age Customers
The restaurant industry is projected to grow with CAGR 10.41% by 2030.
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Vijetha Iyer
Jul 29, 2025 / 8 MIN READ
How Technology is Helping Restaurants Expand Their Biz
The restaurant industry is valued at approximately $85.19 billion as of 2025 and it's projected to reach $79.65 billion by 2028 with a CAGR of…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jul 16, 2025 / 4 MIN READ
"Modern Indian Cuisine, Japanese, Teppanyaki, and Korean food are Trending," says Chef Amit Dash
An alumnus of IIHM Kolkata, Chef Dash’s illustrious career includes key roles with Taj Hotels, ITC Hotels, Marriott International, and Atmosphere…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jul 14, 2025 / 8 MIN READ
Key Operational Challenges to Address if you Own a Restaurant
The Indian restaurant industry is currently valued at 85.19 billion dollars in 2025, and it is reported to grow at a compound rate of 15%
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Vijetha Iyer
Jul 08, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
Beyond the Plate: How CSR is Reshaping the Restaurant Industry
Hotels majorly spend around 15-25% of money in CSR activities on yearly basis. While big restaurant chains spend around 10-15% of their money on CSR…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jul 03, 2025 / 6 MIN READ
“If You Love What You Cook, That’s The Best Thing A Chef Could Ask For,” Says Chef Abhishek Gupta
Apart from recently working in a Two Michelin Star & World’s Leading Best Restaurant “NOMA” with Rene Redzepi, in Copenhagen, Denmark, he has…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jun 17, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
How Cloud Kitchens are Transforming India’s Food Delivery Revolution
India's cloud kitchen market is on a remarkable trajectory - projected to hit approximately USD 2.84 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 16.66…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jun 10, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
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