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Built with Soul: Narayan Poojari on Building the Shiv Sagar Legacy
Poojari started his dream project at a small shop in 1999. A year later, he knew it was time to scale. And, today, he is planning to take the brand…
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Nusra
Dec 04, 2025 / 6 MIN READ
In Rhythm with Flavour: Chef Nikhil Nagpal on the Symphony That Is Avartana
At ITC Chennai’s globally acclaimed Avartana, Chef Culinaire Nikhil Nagpal orchestrates a fine balance between science and soul — transforming South…
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Nusra
Dec 03, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
From a 30 Sqft Shop to London: How Hatti Kaapi Took South Indian Filter Coffee Global
US Mahender, Founder & CEO of Hatti Kaapi, speaks to Restaurant India about the rise of authentic South Indian filter coffee in modern café…
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Saumyangi Yadav
Nov 27, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
It’s Not ‘Modern Indian Food’—It’s the Food of Modern India: Manish Mehrotra
In an exclusive interview, celebrated chef Manish Mehrotra of MMCA challenges culinary labels, urging a shift in perspective.
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Nusra
Nov 21, 2025 / 8 MIN READ
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He founded The Daily Bar & Kitchen in Mumbai in 2013, creating a space that blurred the line between neighbourhood bar and cultural hub.
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Vijetha Iyer
Nov 03, 2025 / 9 MIN READ
Where Sustainability Meets Soul
In an exclusive interview with Restaurant India, Ravi Rai, GM, The Orchid Hotel Mumbai talks bout building a world-class hospitality.
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Oct 30, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
Scooping Success: Carvel Plans 100 Stores, Local Flavours, and Strong Backend Systems
The brand has earmarked Rs 40 crore to set up 100 stores over the next five to six years, signaling a steady and strategic rollout.
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Saptopriya Ghosal
Oct 09, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
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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Nusra
Oct 07, 2025 / 11 MIN READ
From Legacy to Lifestyle: How Shiv Sagar Is Redefining Dining for a New Generation
Ankita Poojari, Director and second-generation entrepreneur at the Shiv Sagar Group, shares insights into how the iconic Indian brand has sustained…
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Vijetha Iyer
Sep 30, 2025 / 9 MIN READ
From Rock Bands to Wok Pans: How Debaditya Chaudhury is Building Culture with Food
With 37 Chowman outlets and over 45 in the F&B group, the brand aims for 100+ outlets across metro and tier-2 cities like Chandigarh, Pune,…
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Vijetha Iyer
Sep 24, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
“Right People and Culture is the Key to Building a Restaurant,” says Nikhil K Rochlani
He is Founding Partner of Butterfly High, Kyma, and The Bigg Small Café + Bar. For him, today’s success rests on customer insight, constant…
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Vijetha Iyer
Sep 16, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
“Consistency is Built into Systems, People,” says Sumit Govind Sharma of Monarch Liberty Hospitality Pvt Ltd
Founded by Sumit Govind Sharma, Monarch Liberty Hospitality Pvt Ltd has launched some successful restaurants in Mumbai such as EVE, Que Sera Sera and…
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Vijetha Iyer
Sep 03, 2025 / 6 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
"We Believe in Being a Trendsetter, Not a Follower," Says Rahul Bajaj of Le Sutra
Rahul Bajaj, Director of Le Sutra Hospitality and a second-generation entrepreneur, is the visionary behind Café Out of the Blue’s transformation…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jul 28, 2025 / 8 MIN READ
How This Entrepreneur Has Turned His Home Baking Biz into a Luxury Dessert Brand
The brand is known for not using eggs, palm oil, or artificial additives for their desserts.
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Vijetha Iyer
Jun 02, 2025 / 4 MIN READ
'Poetry by Love & Cheesecake to Open 9 outlets this year,' says Ruchyeta
Ruchyeta Bhatia emphasized their focus on healthy ingredients since 2012, avoiding whipped cream and using 100% dairy.
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Vijetha Iyer
May 29, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
Kneading Success: What Made Delhi’s Leo’s Pizzeria Ranks as World’s 41 Pizza Brand
In an exclusive interaction with Restaurant India, he talks about slicing out storm in Delhi’s dining out scene
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Nusra
May 27, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
The Culinary Queen: How Leela Scion Samyukta Nair Is Quietly Building the World’s Most Emotional Restaurants
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“Authenticity is About Cultural Context and Intention,” Says Chef Anshul Dhyani of ITC Grand Central
“You’re only as good as the last plate you serve. This mindset keeps us grounded, focused and constantly striving to do better.”
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Vijetha Iyer
May 16, 2025 / 6 MIN READ
“Innovation for us means Hyper-local Inspiration,” says Hemender Reddy of The Moonshine Project
Our goal was to create a music-driven experience and educate the audience around it
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Vijetha Iyer
May 09, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
“Attrition Will Be There as it’s a Hectic Industry,” says Rahul Shetty of Peninsula Hospitality
His remarkable contributions include the successful establishment and operation of renowned brands such as The Stables in Dubai and Mumbai, Rodeo…
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Vijetha Iyer
May 05, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
“This Year will be more of Experiential Dining,” Says Aksha Kamboj of Aspect Hospitality
In an exclusive interview with Restaurant India, Aksha Kamboj, Executive Chairperson, Aspect Global Ventures Pvt Ltd discussed about the QSR launch,…
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Vijetha Iyer
Apr 22, 2025 / 6 MIN READ
“People Want to Know About the Nutritional Benefit, Calorie Count in their Food,” says Simran Bapu of Paleoo
Paleoo is a diet wherein you avoid grains and dairy products. So, this name resonates with the brand, and we have added the nutritionist guide which…
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Vijetha Iyer
Apr 11, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
“Sustainable Food is an On-Going Trend,” says Chef Vikas
Sustainable food has become a trend in moving forward and it’s going to stay. Zero-waste cooking is one of the major things in which everybody is…
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Vijetha Iyer
Apr 09, 2025 / 6 MIN READ
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